Flypast by naval aircraft and helicopters, search and rescue operations, helobatics, mock oil rig demolition were among the several spectacular demonstrations performed by the Indian Navy, enthralling spectators at the Rajendra Maidan in Kochi on Sunday evening. The demonstrations were part of the Navy Day celebrations organised by the Southern Naval Command.
Beating the Retreat was performed by the Naval Band while naval ships anchored along the backwaters were illuminated to mark the occasion.
Kerala Governor Arif Mohammed Khan, Flag Officer Commanding in Chief of the Southern Naval Command Vice Admiral M A Hampiholi, and Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court S Manikumar were among those who witnessed the event.
