This is a first for Indian television. National Geographic channel will showcase the hitherto uncharted world of the Indian Navy, replete with warships, submarines, missiles and much more. Premiering February 2, ‘Nat Geo’s Mission Navy: Lehron Ke Sartaj’ is all set to take its viewers on a never seen before journey inside the Indian Navy. The landmark series consists of seven episodes which give an insight into the lives of the brave men who patrol and protect the country. With this initiative, Nat Geo provided five civilians including three women, the unique opportunity to be a part of the Navy, training and imbuing them with the courage, grit and determination which is synonymous with the Indian Navy. With over 50,000 entries from all across India, only fifteen semi-finalists were selected for the mission after a series of physical and mental tests conducted by the Navy. The semi-finalists then underwent grueling selection tests in Mumbai to reach the final five. These five Indians got the opportunity of a lifetime to be a part of the Indian Navy for over a month. It all started from being introduced to the academy life and undergoing basic training, to setting their first step ever on board an Indian Naval ship.

At the end of the series, the most resilient, deserving and valiant of these five finalists will have the honour of sailing with the Indian Navy’s ‘Lehron Ke Sartaj’ on an international tour. The decision by the Indian Navy would be based on various exercises, tests and experiences the participants went through during the month long training period.

Speaking about the mega series, Nikhil Mirchandani, Managing Director, National Geographic Channel - South Asia remarked, “We are extremely excited to announce the on-air launch of Mission Navy: Lehron Ke Sartaj, especially since it would take our viewers inside the incredible world of the Indian Navy.”

“Facts and details about the Indian Navy are largely unknown to the people of our country. We are therefore, extremely pleased to welcome the National Geographic Channel cameras aboard our vessels to capture the world of the Indian Navy and present it to audiences through Nat Geo Mission Navy: Lehron Ke Sartaj,” Admiral Sureesh Mehta, Chief of the Naval Staff has been stated to remark.