In partnership with TVS, the Indian Navy, announced a 2,500 km expedition across North-East India to encourage youth about their roles and career opportunities, including the Agnipath scheme. For 15 days, the riders will pass through various cities in the states of Meghalaya, Assam and Arunachal Pradesh and engage with students in various schools and colleges along the route.
TVS North-East expedition details
The Indian Navy’s bike team, also known as ‘The Sea Riders’, started this expedition after the flag off from Vayu Shakti Sthal in Shillong by Vice Adm Rajesh Pendharkar, AVSM, VSM Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief. The event was also attended by Lt Gen Sanjay Malik GOC 101 Area and Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia, AVSM AVM.
In his address at the flag off ceremony, Vice Adm Rajesh Pendharkar, AVSM, VSM Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief stated, “Navy has always promoted adventure activities as these not only serve to inspire personnel to aim higher and achieve better, but also strengthen team-building and camaraderie that are crucial for their performance at sea.
He congratulated the Sea Riders for undertaking an expedition aimed at enhancing maritime consciousness and awareness about the Navy in an important part of the country that is distant from the seas but close to everyone’s hearts and wished them a safe and memorable ride on TVS motorcycles. He also thanked TVS Motors for partnering with the Navy for an important cause and hoped that this partnership would continue in the years to come.”
A representation of Navy’s commitment of Naari Shakti initiative, by featuring four women as part of the expedition to encourage young women explore various career opportunities within armed forces.
Vimal Sumbly, Head Business, Premium, TVS Motor Company, said, “We are thrilled and deeply honoured to once again join hands with the Indian Navy for this remarkable initiative. The TVS Apache series embodies a spirit of adventure, unmatched performance, and resilience, qualities that perfectly align with the values of our esteemed Navy officers as they embark on this journey across the challenging terrains of North-East India.
This partnership symbolises more than just a collaboration; it reflects our unwavering commitment to supporting our armed forces and empowering the youth of India by showcasing the strength, unity, and dedication of the Navy. Together, we aspire to inspire future generations to serve the nation with the same courage and resolve. We extend our heartfelt wishes to the officers for a successful and fulfilling expedition.”
