Visakhapatnam: The Indian Navy is gearing up to dazzle the citizens of Andhra Pradesh with a grand Operational Demonstration (Op Demo) at the picturesque RK Beach in Visakhapatnam on Jan 4, 2025.
Chief Minister Nara Chandrababu Naidu will be the chief guest for the signature event, hosted by vice-admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, flag officer, commanding-in-chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENC).
Towards preparations, joint site survey and coordination meetings are being undertaken by officials from the ENC, AP govt and Visakhapatanm district administration. This annual flagship outreach programme reflects the ENC’s commitment to fostering a strong bond with the people of Andhra Pradesh and demonstrating the Navy’s unwavering readiness to safeguard the nation’s maritime interests.
The Operational Demonstration will showcase Indian Navy’s cuttingedge capabilities through an exciting and neatly choreographed array of activities, including demonstrations by warships, submarines, aircraft, naval band and the marine commandos (MARCOS).
Highlights of the event this time include high-speed manoeuvers by warships of various types, flying operations by fighters and fixed wing maritime aircraft as well as various types of helicopters, demonstration of amphibious assault, live slithering operations and combat free fall by marine commandos. The event would also feature a unique ‘horn pipe dance’ by the Sea Cadets Corps from Visakhapatnam and the Beating Retreat Ceremony by the ENC band.
Preliminary rehearsals are scheduled on Dec 28 and Dec 29, with the final rehearsals scheduled on Jan 2, 2025, to ensure the event’s flawless execution on Jan 4, 2025. The ENC has invited the public to witness the rehearsals on these dates at the RK Beach.
