India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh Felicitates All-Women IASV Triveni Crew on July 30, 2026

Key facts

• Defence Minister Rajnath Singh honoured the tri-services all-women crew of the Indian Army Sailing Vessel (IASV) Triveni on July 30, 2026.
• The crew completed the Samudra Pradakshina Expedition, India's first-ever tri-service all-women circumnavigation sailing mission.
• The nine-member crew sailed for 314 days, covering nearly 25,500 nautical miles across four oceans after departing from Mumbai on September 11, 2025.
• The expedition crossed all meridians of longitude, crossed the Equator twice, crossed the International Date Line, and rounded Cape Leeuwin, Cape Horn, and the Cape of Good Hope.
• The crew navigated the Drake Passage and earned membership in the prestigious Cape Horners fraternity.
• The expedition showcased India's maritime traditions, military professionalism, and cultural heritage during port calls, strengthening military diplomacy and soft power.