Spectacular Images From International Fleet Review 2016 Rehearsals
12 amazing pictures from the International Fleet Review 2016 rehearsals.
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The Eastern Naval Command is all geared up to host the International Fleet Review (IFR) which begins tomorrow in Bay of Bengal off Visakhpatnam coast. The four-day event will witness participation from nearly 50 countries.
90 ships, including 24 warships from foreign countries and 24 foreign naval chiefs will take part in the Fleet review.
70 to 75 helicopters of various types, including hawk jet fighters, will exhibit their talent and demonstrate in Bay of Bengal.
The IFR will be held in Visakhapatnam, the headquarters of the navy`s Eastern Command, during February 4-8.
The Indian Navy is organising the event for the first time in the east coast and second time in the country. The first IFR was organised in Mumbai in 2001, with participation from 29 countries.
Supreme Commander of the armed forces, President Pranab Mukherjee, will embark on Presidential yacht, INS Sumitra, after inspecting the guard of honour which will be presented by 150 naval personnel on IFR on February 6.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will address the gathering and also release a book on the maritime heritage of India.
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