Chaitanya Datla, a 28-year old human resources executive from Bengaluru, is all set to create history by becoming the first woman to sail on an Indian Navy Warship. Chaitanya Datla is chosen as the winner of the National Geographic Channel’s Mission Navy: Lehron Ke Sartaj from over 50,000 civilians who participated in the landmark docu-reality series. Mission Navy showcased the hitherto-uncharted world of the Indian Navy, replete with warships, submarines, missiles and much more. The series gave an insight into the lives of the brave men who patrol and protect the country through seven episodes. 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. Only five people were selected for the mission after a series of physical and mental tests - Chaitanya Datla,Sakshi Havanoor, Suranjani H R, Arjun R Sheetyand Sudhanshu Budakoty. Chaitanya Datla, along with the other finalists, got the opportunity to be a part of the Indian Navy for over a month. It all started from being introduced to Academy life and u
ndergoing basic training to setting their first step ever on board an Indian Naval ship. She not only got to learn the science behind the submarines and other warships but was also trained in beaching operations, got to perform the difficult jack stay and underwent a G-Force test, amongst other tasks.At the end of the series, Chaitanya appeared to be the most resilient, deserving and valiant of the five finalists and will have the honour of sailing on an Indian navy Warship for an international tour.
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