**Summary:**
In September 2025, as part of Papua New Guinea's 50th Independence Day celebrations, the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Kadmatt visited Port Moresby. The Indian Navy Band, embarked on the INS Kadmatt, participated in a Military Tattoo, featuring bands from various nations to promote unity and shared heritage through music. The Indian Navy Band's performance included martial tunes and Indian melodies, which were well-received by dignitaries and the audience. During the visit, the crew of INS Kadmatt also paid respects at the Bomana War Cemetery, honoring the sacrifices of World War II soldiers, including Indian soldiers. This visit served to strengthen maritime bonds with Pacific nations and reinforce shared historical ties.
Key Entities Referenced
Ministry of Defence: The government ministry responsible for defence.
INS Kadmatt: Indian Naval Ship Kadmatt, which visited Papua New Guinea as part of the celebrations.
Papua New Guinea: The country that hosted the Indian Naval Ship Kadmatt as part of their 50th Independence Day celebrations.
Indian Navy: The naval branch of the Indian Armed Forces.
Port Moresby: Capital city of Papua New Guinea, where the Military Tattoo event took place.
Bomana War Cemetery: A war cemetery in Papua New Guinea where the crew of INS Kadmatt paid homage to fallen heroes of World War II.
World War II: A major global conflict during which Indian soldiers also served and sacrificed their lives.
Indian Navy Band: The musical ensemble of the Indian Navy that participated in the Military Tattoo.
Ministry of Defence
VISIT OF INS KADMATT TO PAPUA NEW GUINEA
Posted On: 07 SEP 2025 6:54PM by PIB Delhi
As part of the 50th Independence Day celebrations of Papua New Guinea, the Indian Navy Band, embarked
on Indian Naval Ship Kadmatt, participated in the grand Military Tattoo at Port Moresby.
The event witnessed bands from several nations coming together, symbolising unity, discipline, and
shared heritage through the universal language of music.
The Indian Navy Band presented a repertoire of martial tunes and Indian melodies, earning admiration
from dignitaries and the audience alike. Their stirring performance showcased India’s vibrant cultural
ethos and reaffirmed the longstanding maritime bonds with the Pacific nations.
During the visit, the crew of INS Kadmatt paid solemn homage at the Bomana War Cemetery, honouring
the valour and sacrifice of the fallen heroes of World War II, including many unsung Indian soldiers. This
gesture underscored the shared history and sacrifices that bind nations across oceans and generations.
The memory of those heroes serves as a source of strength, reinforcing the collective resolve to uphold the
ideals of Duty, Honour, and Courage - always and every time.________________________________________________________________________________________
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