On occassion of 74th Republic Day 2023, Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta, FOCINC, ENC reviewed ceremonial parade comprising of a 50 men Guard of Honour and 18 marching platoons at Visakhapatnam. Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, COS , ENC, was Conducting Officer of Parade with all Flag Officers, Commanding Officers, naval personnel and their families, including veterans and school children, in attendance. The event was also witnessed by veteran sailors of 1973 batch, who were visiting INS Circars for their golden jubilee. Addressing personnel on parade, CINC complimented the smart turnout and excellent parade. He extended his Republic Day greetings to all naval personnel, defence civilians, veterans and their families and congratulated award winners for their devotion to duty. The ceremony concluded with singing of National Anthem by all personnel on parade and guests.
