Prime Minister Narendra Modi's 'Day at Sea' On Board INS Vikramaditya
Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited India's largest warship, aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya, marking his first outing to a military facility after assuming office last month.
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi today visited India's largest warship, aircraft carrier INS Vikramaditya, marking his first visit to a military facility after assuming office last month.
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While on the ship, the Prime Minister also sat in the cockpit of a MiG-29 K fighter jet and interacted with the crew on board.
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Procured from Russia, INS Vikramaditya is one of the newest acquisitions of the Indian Navy and the most powerful symbol of its military reach.
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During his visit, Mr Modi also witnessed air power demonstration by various naval aircraft, including MiG 29K and Sea Harriers.
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While addressing the officers, the PM said, "It's a moment of pride for me to understand the functioning (on the ship) and know its power."
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