Two naval warships – INS Tir and INS Sujata – and Indian Coast Guard Ship ICGS Varuna arrived at V.O. Chidambaranar Port here on Monday.
The 3 (TN) NU NCC organised a visit for Naval NCC cadets onboard the ships to highlight the importance of Indian Navy in safeguarding the oceans and as a part of their training.
As many as 200 cadets from the unit, including senior division cadets from Aditanar College, Tiruchendur, VOC College, Kamaraj College, Tuticorin, and Pope’s College, Sawyerpuram, visited the ships, Commanding Officer of the unit Lt. Cdr. Raviraaman said in a statement.
He explained them the features of warships. The cadets were briefed about the functions of all equipment onboard the ships.
They were also informed about the role of the ships and shown all the training facilities on navigation, seamanship, boat handling, deck work and communication.