Massive Arrangements In Place For Navy Ops Display In Vizag

Visakhapatnam: Eastern Naval Command officials have made elaborate arrangements for the operational display of the Navy here on the beach road on January 4.

The display of three-dimensional prowess by the men-in-white was delayed this year as the annual operational display generally coincides with the Navy Day celebrations, Navy Day to commemorate India's victory over Pakistan during 1971 conflict on December 4 could not be held in Visakhapatnam--the headquarters of ENC this year as the authorities decided to hold it for the first time at blue flag beach of Puri, famous for Lord Jagannath Temple in Odisha. President of India Droupadi Murmu graced the occasion as the chief guest.

Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu will attend as the chief guest at the operational display at the Ramakrishna Beach. The naval officials in collaboration with the district administration have made arrangements for massive barricading on the beachfront. The stage for the main event has been erected amid tight security. Thousands of people not only from Visakhapatnam but also from neighbouring undivided Srikakulam, Vizianagaram and East Godavari through the beach road to witness the thrilling performances to showcase

the naval might.

The operational demo will showcase the Indian Navy’s cutting edge capabilities through an exciting and neatly choreographed array of activities, including demonstrations by warships, submarines, naval band, marine commandos and aircraft.

Highlights of the event this time includes high speed maneuvers by warships of various types, flying operations by fighters and fixed wing maritime aircraft as well as various types of helicopters, demonstration of amphibious assault, live slithering operations and Combat Free Fall by Marine Commandos.