The Indian Navy will conduct the Passing Out Parade (POP) of the ninth batch of Agniveers and Indian Coast Guard Naviks at INS Chilka on November 13, 2026. The parade will mark the successful completion of 16 weeks of initial training by more than 3,300 trainees, making it the largest batch to pass out from INS Chilka.
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan will attend the ceremony as the Chief Guest and Reviewing Officer.
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Passing Out Parade scheduled for November 13, 2026.
More than 3,300 trainees will complete 16 weeks of initial training.
The ninth batch of Agniveers and Indian Coast Guard Naviks will pass out.
Admiral Krishna Swaminathan will be the Chief Guest and Reviewing Officer.
Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena will preside over the valedictory function.
The event will include awards and the unveiling of the bilingual magazine 'Ankur'.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the training programme is designed to prepare young recruits for professional responsibilities through academic instruction, physical conditioning, swimming, parade training, outdoor activities and camp exercises.
The programme also places emphasis on character building, leadership, discipline, camaraderie and teamwork, while familiarising trainees with the Indian Navy's core values of Duty, Honour and Courage.
The valedictory function will be presided over by Vice Admiral Sameer Saxena, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command.
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Why This Matters
The passing out of more than 3,300 trainees marks a significant training milestone for INS Chilka. It represents the completion of foundational training for a large batch of personnel preparing to begin their professional careers in the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard.
Awards will be presented to meritorious trainees, the champion division and the best instructor. The occasion will also feature the unveiling of 'Ankur', a bilingual magazine prepared by the trainees.
The Indian Navy will livestream the Passing Out Parade through its official social media platforms, allowing people across the country to witness the ceremony.
