New Delhi, June 5 -- The Passing Out Parade (POP) of the 01/26 batch of trainees will be held at INS Chilka on June 12, marking the successful completion of 16 weeks of intensive ab-initio training by the eighth batch of Agniveers of the Indian Navy and Naviks of the Indian Coast Guard.

The ceremony will signify a major milestone in the transformation of young recruits into disciplined, resilient and professionally competent sea warriors, prepared to embark on a life of service to the nation.

Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command, will attend the event as the Chief Guest and Reviewing Officer. The parade will be witnessed by family members of the passing-out trainees, distinguished vet...