NEW DELH, Nov. 13 -- Navy chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan on Friday urged the service's latest batch of Agniveers to aspire to a full career in the Indian Navy under the revamped Agnipath scheme unveiled last week, addressing newly inducted sailors at the INS Chilka training establishment in Odisha.

"I need to mention that during your training here at Chilka, there has been an important addition to the Agnipath scheme. You now have an additional opportunity to become a regular sailor and build a long and rewarding career in the Indian Navy," said Swaminathan, who was the chief guest and reviewing officer at a passing-out parade for more than 3,300 recruits, including 2,756 Agniveers.

This is the first batch of Agniveers to join the se...