India, Dec. 30 -- The Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Kaundinya, the Indian Navy's indigenously built traditional stitched sailing vessel, embarked on her maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar, Gujarat, to Muscat in the Sultanate of Oman on December 29.

This historic expedition marks a significant milestone in India's efforts to revive, understand, and celebrate its ancient maritime heritage through a living ocean voyage.

The vessel was formally flagged off by Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, in the august presence of His Excellency Issa Saleh Al Shibani, Ambassador of the Sultanate of Oman to India, along with senior Indian Navy officers and distinguished guests.

The voyage ...