New Delhi, Jan. 4 -- Economist and Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council member, Sanjeev Sanyal, on Sunday shared a detailed Day 7 update from the Arabian Sea, offering a rare first-hand account of the ongoing historic voyage of Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Kaundinya to Oman.

In a post on X, Sanyal wrote, "Day 7 update: The strong NE winds died down yesterday afternoon, and for several hours the seas were flat and glassy. Although we were floating aimlessly, it was a relief from the rolling and pitching. Allowed us to do chores, repairs and clean up. Light winds picked up at night. We had feared another westerly blowing us off, but it has so far remained mostly northerly, which allows us to push west at 2 knots overnight. So, ...