2 Indian Navy Women Officers Cross Point Nemo, Earth's Most Remote Location

[Ajay0]

Two Indian women naval officers have embarked on a circumnavigation journey around the globe as part of India's naval exploration initiative (Navika Sagar Parikrama II mission) . They touched a new milestone  as they crossed Point Nemo - the most remote location on Earth - aboard the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Tarini.

https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/2-indian-navy-women-officers-cross-point-nemo-earths-most-remote-location-7600117

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Navika Sagar Parikrama II represents a continuation of India's efforts to support scientific exploration and collaboration. As the officers continue their journey, they will progress toward their next destination, Port Stanley, further advancing the objectives of the mission, it added. 

INSV Tarini's passage through Point Nemo was achieved entirely under sail, which makes it a noteworthy accomplishment in terms of maritime navigation. The vessel's crossing through this isolated point highlights the challenges of navigating such remote and difficult waters.

Notably, Point Nemo is known as the Oceanic Pole of Inaccessibility. According to ANI, it is one of the most remote locations on Earth, situated approximately 2,688 kilometres from the nearest landmass. Due to its isolation, it is often considered the farthest point from any human habitation.

 

 

[joseraul]

That doesn't look like the most hardcore boat for that expedition... very brave! Awesome!