THIRUVANANTHAPURAM: Exercises that demonstrate the strength and precision of the Navy at sea and in the air. The Shankumugham Beach witnessed a display of India's naval might by showcasing operations including attack, rescue missions and chasing away pirates. The display was part of the Navy Day celebrations.

The demonstrations included lightning-fast land and water attack missile boats to the aircraft carrier Vikrant, built in Kochi. President Draupadi Murmu was the chief guest. The President said that the Navy is a symbol of strength and reliability.

The President was given a guard of honour by the Air Force at the airport. The warship INS Kolkata gave a 20-round gun salute. MH-60R helicopters, nicknamed Romeo, flew over to welcome the President. The warships INS Udaygiri, INS Kolkata,

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