Indian Navy Day is celebrating today to commemorate the attack carried out on the Karachi harbor by Indian Navy ships during the 1971 India-Pakistan war. On this day, the Indian Navy’s attack on Karachi harbor contributed to the ultimate victory of the Indian Armed Forces over Pakistan.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi greeted personnel of the Indian Navy on Navy Day today via his official Twitter account.
He wrote, ” The Indian navy fearlessly protects our coasts and also renders humanitarian assistance in times of need.”
Navy Day greetings to all our valorous navy personnel and their families. The Indian navy fearlessly protects our coasts and also renders humanitarian assistance in times of need. We also remember India’s rich maritime tradition over centuries. pic.twitter.com/k2PMgvc0F3
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) December 4, 2020
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also greeted personnel of the Indian Navy on Navy day today, he Tweeted and wrote, “On the occasion of #indiannavyday2020 my greetings and best wishes to all personnel of this outstanding force. The @indiannavy is at the forefront of keeping our seas safe by ensuring maritime security. I salute their valour, courage, and professionalism.”
On the occasion of #indiannavyday2020 my greetings and best wishes to all personnel of this outstanding force. The @indiannavy is at the forefront of keeping our seas safe by ensuring maritime security. I salute their valour, courage and professionalism. pic.twitter.com/2iJzAWSnAH
— Rajnath Singh (@rajnathsingh) December 4, 2020
On Navy Day, various events are organized by the Indian Navy to reach out to citizens through various mass contact programs. This year due to the Covid-19 forced restrictions, the outreach has turned largely virtual.
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