Slideshow: Navy Week celebrations in Mumbai

Updated - December 04, 2018 at 04:20 PM.

December 4 is observed as the Navy Day in India, to mark the victory of the Indian Navy's Operation Trident.

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Indian Navy personnel during a rehearsal of Beating the Retreat at the Gateway of India in Mumbai. Photo: Paul Noronha ▲

India's marine commandos rappel down from Gateway of India in Mumbai during a rehearsal. Photo: Paul Noronha ▲

Marine Commandos MARCOS of the Indian Navy take part in a simulated hostage rescue operation at The Gateway of India during a rehearsal for Navy Day celebrations. Photo: Paul Noronha ▲

Marine commandos during a rehearsal for the Navy Day function. Photo: Paul Noronha ▲

Sea Cadet Corps personnel during a rehearsal of Beating the Retreat at the Gateway of India in Mumbai. Photo: Paul Noronha ▲

The Navy Sea Cadet Corps personnel during a rehearsal of Beating the Retreat at the Gateway of India in Mumbai. Photo: Paul Noronha ▲

On December 4, 1971, the Indian Navy executed 'Operation Trident', killing over 500 Pakistani Navy personnel and destroying four Pakistani vessels during the war against East Pakistan. The operation was successful and no one was injured from India. Since then, December 4 is celebrated as the Navy Day as mark of respect.

Hundreds of people gathered around the Gateway of India to witness the Navy Day celebrations. Here are some pictures of the rehearsal day that showcase the spirit and courage of the Indian Navy.

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