Bangladesh Navy Ship Somudra Avijan on a goodwill visit to Visakhapatnam
The ship arrived on 16 October, 2017.
Prior to the arrival, the ship carried out a Passage Exercise, which included naval manoeuvres in the Bay of Bengal prior to entering into the port.
The Bangladesh Navy ship was accorded a warm reception by officials from the ENC and Eastern Fleet with the Indian Naval Band in attendance on arrival.
BNS Somudra Avijan, commanded by Commander M Moniruzzaman (TAS), Psc, BN is a part of Cadet Training Squadron with 60 cadets participating in on-board sea training.
During the stay in Vizag, a variety of activities including professional, cross deck visit, sports fixture and social interactions have been scheduled for the crew., the release said.
The commanding officer will also call-on Vice Admiral HCS Bisht, PVSM AVSM ADC, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief ENC.
Image: PIB
