Why is it in the News?

The second edition of the Inter-Command Ocean Sailing Race to Goa was flagged off from the Naval Base in Kochi on Wednesday.

About the Inter Command Ocean Sailing Race 2023:

• The Inter Command Ocean Sailing Race 2023 features four 40-footer sailboats for an exciting journey in the Arabian Sea which was:
• INSV Bulbul
• INSV Neelkanth
• INS Kadalpur, and
• INSV Hariyal
• Each boat has a team of eight people from three naval commands and a combined team from Andaman and Nicobar Command, including the Delhi area.

Details of the Race:

• Distance and Route: The race covers around 667km from Naval Base, Kochi, to Goa in about five days.
• Engine-Free Journey: Boats will use the wind to reach Goa without engines.
• Inclusive Crew: This edition includes both men and women officers and sailors, promoting equal opportunities.
• Competition: With 32 participants, each competing for the title, the boats will navigate through the Arabian Sea's currents and winds.

Organizational Framework:

• Event Host: The Southern Naval Command organizes the race with the Indian Naval Sailing Association in New Delhi.
• Coordination: The Indian Navy’s Offshore Sailing Club in Kochi and the Ocean Sailing Node in INS Mandovi, Goa, coordinate the event.
• Purpose: The race helps the Navy improve risk management and technical skills while fostering a spirit of adventure among the crew.