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Indian Navy Announces Second Women Circumnavigation Expedition

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The Indian Navy has announced its second all-women circumnavigation expedition and unveiled the official expedition logo, marking a significant step in promoting women’s participation in maritime endeavors.

Indian Navy’s All-Women Circumnavigation Expedition

• The Indian Navy has launched its second all-women circumnavigation expedition, showcasing its commitment to enhancing women’s roles in maritime activities.

Expedition Details

• Two officers, Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K, will participate in the Navika Sagar Parikrama II expedition aboard the vessel INSV Tarini.
• The expedition is supported by Cdr Abhilash Tomy (Retd.), a celebrated circumnavigator and Golden Globe Race champion.

About the Golden Globe Race

• This esteemed solo sailing competition challenges participants to navigate the globe without stopping, relying solely on traditional navigation techniques.

Expedition Logo Significance

• The logo features an octagonal shape at its center representing the Indian Navy.
• The sun symbolizes a celestial body, while the compass serves as a guide for sailors navigating difficult waters.

Previous Indian Navy Expeditions

• A trans-oceanic journey from Goa to Rio de Janeiro, passing through Cape Town.
• A sailing mission from Goa to Sri Vijaya Puram (formerly Port Blair) and back.
• An expedition from Goa to Port Louis, Mauritius.

Launch of Swabhav Swachhata Sanskaar Swachhata (4S) 2024 Campaign

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The Swabhav Swachhata Sanskaar Swachhata (4S) 2024 campaign has been launched in New Delhi, serving as the theme for the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM) 2024, aimed at promoting cleanliness and sanitation across the nation.

Swabhav Swachhata Sanskaar Swachhata Campaign

• The Central Government aims to transform challenging and unsanitary locations within a set timeframe.

Key Feature

• Introduction of Cleanliness Target Units (CTUs), which involves identifying and mapping these units through a specialized portal.

Three Pillars of the 4S 2024 Campaign

• Swachhata Ki Bhaagidari: Encouraging public participation, awareness, and advocacy for a cleaner India.
• Sampoorna Swachhata: Organizing large-scale cleanliness drives focused on particularly difficult and dirty areas (Cleanliness Target Units).
• SafaiMitra Suraksha Shivir: Providing a single-window service, safety measures, and recognition programs for the welfare and health of sanitation workers.

Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM)

• This initiative seeks to create a significant shift towards sustainable behavioral change, integrate cleanliness into daily life, and encourage widespread public involvement in maintaining a clean and healthy environment.