Delegates of the 51st Advanced Professional Programme in Public Administration (APPPA) from the Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi visited Southern Naval Command, Kochi on 13 November 2025. The delegation was briefed on the operational capabilities of INS Ikshak, newly commissioned survey vessel. During visit to training establishments, the delegation witnessed state of the art facilities at 'Integrated Simulator Complex' Dhruv and Damage Control Training facility 'Avinash' which provides training on real time scenarios and situations at sea. The visit provided the participants with a comprehensive understanding of Indian Navy’s operational roles, training ecosystem, and technological competencies.
