In a momentous celebration of athletic excellence and maritime unity, Padma Shri Dr. P.T. Usha, President of the Indian Olympic Association and Member of Parliament, inaugurated the National Maritime Games 2025 today at IMU, Palm Beach Road, Navi Mumbai.

In her address, Dr. Usha inspired hundreds of maritime cadets and athletes with her words: “True sportsmanship overrides all else. In the arena of sport, there are no losers - every participant is a winner. It is not just about medals, but about the courage, discipline, and integrity each athlete brings to the field.”