Indian Navy Day 2020: Indian Navy day is observed on December 4 every year to commemorate the launch of Operation Trident against Pakistan during the 71′ Indo-Pak War. On the night of December 4-5, 1971, the Indian Navy planned the attack at night as Pakistan did not have aircraft that could carry out bombings at night.
It was a devastating attack on the Pakistan Naval Headquarters of Karachi. The attack was successful as it sank a minesweeper, a destroyer, and an ammunition supply ship. Therefore to celebrate the success and achievements of the Indian navy force every year Navy day is celebrated.
Indian Navy Day 2020: Date
Navy Day in India is celebrated on December 4. However, the day is celebrated all over the world on different dates.
Indian Navy Day 2020: Theme
Each year, a different theme is proposed to celebrate Navy Day. The theme of 2020 Indian Navy Day is “Indian Navy Combat Ready, Credible & Cohesive”. Last year, the theme was “Indian Navy- Silent, Strong and Swift.” Theme of 2018 was “Indian Navy, Mission-deployed and Combat-ready.”
During Navy Week and the days prior to that, various events take place such as an open sea swimming competition, ships are open for visitors and school children, there is a veteran sailors lunch, performances by the Naval Symphonic Orchestra take place, an Indian Navy Inter School Quiz Competition happens, a Navy Half Marathon, as well as an air display for school children and the beating retreat and tattoo ceremonies, happen.
However, as the whole country celebrates the success of the Indian Navy, here are some inspiring quotes that you can share with friends, family on social media platforms.
INDIAN NAVY DAY 2020: QUOTES
“A ship in port is safe; but that is not what ships are built for. Sail out to sea and do new things.” -Admiral Grace Hopper
“The Navy is much more than a job; much more than service to country. It is a way of life. It gets in your blood.” -Albert F. Pratt
“The Navy has both a tradition and a future and we look with pride and confidence in both directions.” -Arleigh Burke
“The Navy speaks in symbols and you may suit what meaning you choose to the words.” -Patrick O’Brian
“A good Navy is not a provocation to war. It is the surest guaranty of peace.” -Theodore Roosevelt
“Sailors have the cleanest bodies and the filthiest minds.” -Eleanor Roosevelt
“A smooth sea never made a skillful sailor.” -Franklin D. Roosevelt
