NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday undertook a submarine sortie at the Karwar naval base in Karnataka, officials said.Murmu embarked onboard INS Vaghsheer, an indigenous Kalvari-class submarine of the Indian Navy, becoming only the second President of India to do so.Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi accompanied the President, who is also the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, during the sortie.Sharing the photos the official twitter account of Rashtrapati Bhavan wrote on X, “President Droupadi Murmu embarked the Indian Navy’s indigenous Kalvari class submarine INS Vaghsheer at Karwar Naval Base, Karnataka. The President is undertaking a sortie on the Western Seaboard.””Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi is accompanying the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces,” it added.This was President Murmu’s maiden submarine sortie. Former President A P J Abdul Kalam was the first Indian President to undertake a submarine sortie.About the AuthorTOI News DeskThe TOI News Desk comprises a dedicated and tireless team of journalists who operate around the clock to deliver the most current and comprehensive news and updates to the readers of The Times of India worldwide. With an unwavering commitment to excellence in journalism, our team is at the forefront of gathering, verifying, and presenting breaking news, in-depth analysis, and insightful reports on a wide range of topics. The TOI News Desk is your trusted source for staying informed and connected to the ever-evolving global landscape, ensuring that our readers are equipped with the latest developments that matter most.”Read MoreEnd of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideos‘Advised Me To Hide In Bunker’: Pak President Zardari On Op Sindoor, Responds To PM Modi’s WarningIndian Army Intensifies Anti-Terror Ops In J&K To Flush Out Pak Terrorists Amid Chillai KalanBJP Hails Shashi Tharoor’s Remarks On India’s Foreign Policy, Congress Hits Back‘Hindu Lives Matter’: Protest Outside Bangladesh High Commission In London Over Minority Killings’MGNREGA Bachao Abhiyan’: Congress Announces Nationwide Protest Against VB-G RAM G ActShimla Hospital Assault: Doctors’ Strike Cripples OPDs, Surgeries Across Himachal PradeshCongress Rift Out In Open? Digvijaya Singh’s Modi-RSS Praise Draws Jibes From BJP Amid CWC MeetMass Exodus Of Skilled Professionals In Pakistan: Report Exposes Asim Munir’s ‘Brain Gain’ ClaimBJP Alleges Anti-India Global Nexus As Congress Leader Rahul Gandhi’s Germany Visit Sparks Fresh RowIndia, Asia Are Rising As Global Epicentres While US, Europe Lose Grip On Power: Russian Ambassador123PhotostoriesIkkis, Border, Raazi: When real war stories inspired Bollywood filmsThe Color You Should Wear on 31st December As Per Your Date of Birth4 fruits that accelerate kidney damage and 3 healthy alternativesUTI in children: Signs, causes and prevention tips every parent must knowRadhika Apte’s fearless roles that break the mould in Raat Akeli Hai: The Bansal Murders, Andhadhun, BadlapurWhat is the “winter vomiting bug” and how it affects the gut4 morning habits that set the tone for successNew Year 2026: How teens can reset their mindset for a fresh start6 timeless winter superfoods from Grandma’s kitchenIs stress normal during teenage years?123Hot PicksKuwait NYEPAN-Aadhaar linkingJeffrey EpsteinGold rate todayIncome Tax RefundIndian Railways fareBank Holidays DecemberTop TrendingFrank Lampard and Christine Lampard Net WorthJordan Spieth Net WorthJake Paul and Jutta Net WorthBode Miller Net WorthTravis KelceLola vice and Damian Net WorthPatrick MahomesNavjot Singh SidhuChloe KimNBA Trade Rumor
NEW DELHI: President Droupadi Murmu on Sunday undertook a submarine sortie at the Karwar naval base in Karnataka, officials said.Murmu embarked onboard INS Vaghsheer, an indigenous Kalvari-class submarine of the Indian Navy, becoming only the second President of India to do so.
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi accompanied the President, who is also the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, during the sortie.Sharing the photos the official twitter account of Rashtrapati Bhavan wrote on X, “President Droupadi Murmu embarked the Indian Navy’s indigenous Kalvari class submarine INS Vaghsheer at Karwar Naval Base, Karnataka. The President is undertaking a sortie on the Western Seaboard.”
“Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi is accompanying the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces,” it added.This was President Murmu’s maiden submarine sortie. Former President A P J Abdul Kalam was the first Indian President to undertake a submarine sortie.
