Circumnavigation refers to the act of sailing or travelling all the way around something. It is often associated with global exploration. Historical figures like Ferdinand Magellan are famous for their circumnavigations. This term can also apply to navigating around specific geographical features. In Indian history, circumnavigation has cultural significance, symbolising completeness and unity in various traditions and beliefs.
In an age where strategic signalling often relies on aircraft carriers and warships, the Indian Navy chose a quieter — yet profoundly powerful — instrument. Navika Sagar Parikrama...
