Mangaluru’s Ananya Rao Joins Indian Navy as Sub-Lieutenant

Mangaluru— Ananya Rao, a native of Land Links, Mangaluru, has been commissioned as a Sub-Lieutenant in the Indian Navy, marking a proud milestone for the city.

Daughter of retired telecom professional Satish Rao and Veena, Ananya was officially inducted as an officer during the passing out parade on May 31 at the Indian Naval Academy in Ezhimala. A student of local institutions up to her pre-university level, Ananya later pursued a BTech in Mechanical Engineering from NITK, Surathkal.

Inspired from an early age to serve the nation, Ananya actively participated in NCC during her college years. Following her graduation, she cleared the rigorous armed forces selection process and underwent 10 months of intense naval training, leading to her commissioning as an officer.

Her father, Satish Rao, known for his commitment to social service, is involved in the empowerment of persons with disabilities and currently serves as the district treasurer for ‘Saksham’, a national-level organisation.

Ananya’s journey is a blend of academic excellence, discipline, and patriotic spirit—serving as an inspiration to the youth of the region.

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