04 December 2020 –
Navy Day is observed in many countries on different dates to recognize the efforts made by their Navy. Indian Navy Day is observed on December 4. The day is celebrated across the country in remembrance of the Operation Trident, which was launched by the Indian Navy during the war with Pakistan in 1971. Indian Navy used the Anti-Ship Missile (AshM) for the first time to attack the Pakistan Naval Headquarters in Karachi. To commemorate the efforts of the Indian Navy, the Indian Government has decided to celebrate 4 December as Navy Day .