The Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala on Saturday conducted a Passing out Parade (POP). The parade took place without the presence of parents and guests of trainees, considering the Covid-19 crisis. The parade was reviewed by General Manoj Mukund Naravane, Chief of the Army Staff. He also awarded medals to meritorious Midshipmen and cadets on completion of the Ceremonial Review.

164 trainees comprising Midshipmen of 99th Indian Naval Academy Course (B.Tech and MSc) and cadets of 30th Naval Orientation Course (Extended) will pass out as officers on successful completion of their ab initio training. Two trainees of the Sri Lanka Navy will also pass out this term.

Trainees of the academy’s four-year B.Tech degree course were awarded their degrees by Vice Admiral M.A. Hampiholi, Commandant, INA..