F-36: A heritage that endures through time ⚓️ From its commissioning on 05 May 1977 to its decommissioning on 20 October 2010, the former INS Dunagiri served the nation with unwavering distinction. Today, that legendary name returns to the sea - A timeless legacy transformed into a modern force of indigenous lethality. #IndianNavy #EasternNavalCommand #INSDunagiri #P17A #SilentSentinel #MaritimeLegacy

Crest unveiled for #Dunagiri, India’s 5th Project 17A stealth frigate, built by @OfficialGRSE. Inspired by the Osprey in flight, it reflects the ship’s sharp, swift and decisive combat spirit. Motto: “Victory is my Profession.” #IndianNavy #P17A #INSDunagiri #EasternNavalCommand @HQ_IDS_India @DefenceMinIndia @rajnathsingh @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD

Unveiling the crest of #Dunagiri, India’s fifth Project 17A stealth frigate, built by @OfficialGRSE. Featuring the Osprey taking flight from a mountain peak, the crest symbolises the valiant spirit of a combatant to soar, swoop and strike in all three dimensions with surgical precision. Guided by its motto, “Victory is my Profession” 𝘿𝙪𝙣𝙖𝙜𝙞𝙧𝙞 will strengthen the #IndianNavy’s combat capability and serve as a potent force multiplier in safeguarding India’s maritime interests. #EasternNavalCommand #P17A #INSDunagiri

🌍⚓ On the occasion of #WorldEnvironmentDay (05 Jun), various units under #EasternNavalCommand undertook a series of environmental initiatives across all naval stations on the Eastern Seaboard, including beach clean-ups, plantation drives, awareness lectures, plastic waste collection and “best out of waste” activities. 🌱♻️💫 These efforts witnessed enthusiastic participation from Naval personnel, DSC, Defence civilians and their families, reflecting a shared commitment towards environmental stewardship and sustainable living #IndianNavy #BeatPlasticPollution #SayNoToPlastic #GoGreen #ProtectNature #CleanEarth

🌿 Promoting holistic wellness through nature-based healing, Kalyani Kiran, a Therapeutic Terrace Garden developed by the Department of Psychiatry to support mental well-being and meaningful patient engagement was inaugurated at #INHSKalyani. 🌱💚 The garden was inaugurated by Mrs. Priya Bhalla, President @NWWA(ER), in the presence of V Adm Sanjay Bhalla, FOCINC East and NWWA members. Designed as a space for gardening, mindfulness, reflection and rehabilitation, it reinforces a patient-centred approach to healthcare and community wellness. #EasternNavalCommand #MentalHealth #TherapeuticGarden #HolisticHealthcare #MentalWellness #HealingThroughNature #IndianNavy

📚☕ Where conversations brew and stories come alive. The Naval Community came together over coffee, karaoke, books & bites at ‘Browse & Brew’ — the NWWA LibCafe at Dolphin Hill, Visakhapatnam. Following its inauguration by President NWWA on 11 May, the LibCafe welcomed VAdm Sanjay Bhalla, #FOCINCEast, along with Mrs Priya Bhalla, President #NWWA (ER), celebrating a vibrant new space for learning, interaction & recreation. A specially curated Coffee Omakase — a multi-course tasting experience crafted by the barista — added a unique flavour to the evening, blending craftsmanship, conversation and community. #BrowseAndBrew #CoffeeOmakase #NWWA #Visakhapatnam #EasternNavalCommand

40 scientists from @DRDO_India concluded their visit to #EasternNavalCommand as part of the DRDO Scientists Interaction Programme (#DSIP) with the Indian Navy, with a valedictory function held at Swarna Jyoti Conference Hall, #Visakhapatnam on 14 May 26. The programme enabled professional interactions on advanced defence technologies, ongoing research and future capability development for the #IndianNavy, strengthening DRDO–Navy synergy. RAdm M Murali Mohan Raju, CSO (P&A), HQENC awarded certificates to participants in the presence of Dr Abraham Varughese, Director NSTL and Dr Amit Sharma, Director DISB. #AtmanirbharBharat

అడ్మిరల్ దినేష్ కె. త్రిపాఠి విశాఖపట్నంలోని తూర్పు నౌకాదళ కమాండ్ ప్రధాన కార్యాలయ కార్యకలాపాలను మరియు శిక్షణా కార్యక్రమాలను స్వయంగా తనిఖీ చేశారు. #IndianNavy #AdmiralDineshKTripathi #EasternNavalCommand #Visakhapatnam #UANow

விசாகப்பட்டினத்தில் உள்ள கிழக்கு கடற்படைத் தலைமையகத்தின் செயல்பாடுகள் மற்றும் பயிற்சி நடவடிக்கைகள் குறித்து, கடற்படைத் தளபதி அட்மிரல் தினேஷ் கே திரிபாதி நேரில் ஆய்வு மேற்கொண்டார் #IndianNavy #AdmiralDineshKTripathi #EasternNavalCommand #Visakhapatnam #DDTamilNews

Chief of the Naval Staff (#CNS) Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi visited the Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam from May 10 to 12. During the visit, he reviewed operational, training and administrative activities across the strategically important naval command. @IN_HQENC @indiannavy #IndianNavy #AdmiralDineshKTripathi #EasternNavalCommand #Visakhapatnam #NavalOperations #MaritimeSecurity

🇮🇳 Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, #CNS, embarked #INSHimgiri during his visit to the Eastern Naval Command to review operational preparedness and witness advanced combat drills by the Eastern Fleet, Local Flotilla, submarines and maritime aircraft. The #CNS lauded the #EasternSword #SunriseFleet for its seamless coordination, combat-hardened edge and readiness to respond to any eventuality with speed and precision. Addressing personnel, the Admiral underscored the Navy’s operational ethos with a clear mandate for the future: “𝘕𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘵𝘦𝘢𝘮 𝘮𝘶𝘴𝘵 𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘢𝘪𝘯 𝘯𝘰𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘣𝘢𝘵.” He commended the Eastern Naval Command’s unwavering commitment towards sustaining comprehensive combat power and maintaining operationally ready platforms capable of delivering accurate ordnance on target. Amidst an evolving geopolitical environment, the #CNS emphasised that combat readiness, operational availability and mission effectiveness must remain the Indian Navy’s foremost priorities. ⚓ #IndianNavy #EasternNavalCommand #MissionReadiness

#EasternNavalCommand welcomed 40 scientists from #DRDO undergoing the DRDO Scientists Interaction Programme (#DSIP) with the #IndianNavy from 04–14 May 26. During their visit to Visakhapatnam, the scientists were briefed on the operational role and responsibilities of ENC in an interactive session presided by the Flag Officer Submarines. The programme also includes visits to frontline ships, submarines, aircrafts, training establishments and support facilities to provide deeper insight into Naval operational capabilities and requirements. The initiative aims to foster closer collaboration 🤝 between the Indian Navy and DRDO towards strengthening indigenous defence research and capability development 🇮🇳. #AtmanirbharBharat #DefenceResearch #MaritimeSecurity