Published 22:30 IST, July 20th 2019

Kargil Vijay Diwas: Indian Navy to welcome visitors on naval vessels in Mumbai and Kochi

The navy's decision comes on the account of Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations where they will welcome visitors onboard of the frontline vessels of the Indian Navy

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Visiting an Indian Navy's ship will soon be a reality for many as Indian Navy has decided to open doors for people to visit  naval vessels. 

navy's anuncement comes on account of Kargil Vijay Diwas celebrations where y will welcome visitors onboard.  Navy through a post has detailed how people could visit defense vessel.  Western and Sourn Naval Command have been selected for event.  

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As for people of Mumbai, navy has decided that children from fifth gre and above can visit ships on July 26 and opened it for ors on July 27. doors will be open from 9 AM to 3 PM on both days.  entry is free of charge and visitors will be given access from Tiger Gate near Mumbai's Ballard Estate.

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However, navy has listed some rules which y expect people to follow because of security reasons:

  • mobile phones or cameras will be allowed
  • handbags will be allowed 
  • Entry will only be provided with a valid government-issued ID card

 Here's a picture uploed by Indian Navy's Instagram handle which gives out details pertaining to visit:

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In Kochi, hequarters of Sourn Naval Command (SNC), two navy ships will be open for a visit on July 20 and 21 from 9 AM to 5 PM. For commemorative activities, people will be given access to two SNC ships--INS Sutlej and INS Sujata from Mattancherry Wharf, berth Q2 of Cochin Port Trust (CoPT). Similar security measures have been taken in Kochi. 

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