FASCINATING SEAFARERS - INDIAN WOMEN CIRCUMNAVIGATING THE WORLD IN A SAILBOAT
This Podcast discusses the historic circumnavigation of the world by an all-women Indian Navy crew aboard the INSV Tarini, an indigenously built sailboat. One source focuses on the challenges overcome by the crew, including their initial lack of experience with sailboats and the need for extensive training to develop their skills and confidence for the arduous voyage. The other source provides background information about the INSV Tarini, its features, and its role in promoting the "Make in India" initiative and women's empowerment within the Indian Navy. Both sources highlight the hardships and unpredictable challenges faced during the 254-day expedition, which broke stereotypes and marked a significant achievement.
