Marine Commandos (MARCOS) of the Indian Navy is suspended from a helicopter during the Navy Day celebrations at the Gateway of India in Mumbai 

The Beating Retreat and Tattoo Ceremony were performed by the Indian Naval Band with Beating of Retreat being performed before sunset and the Tattoo Ceremony being performed after sunset

Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari takes part in Navy Day celebrations at Gateway of India

India celebrates December 4 as Navy Day, every year, to acknowledge the role of the Indian Navy and commemorate its achievements in 'Operation Trident' during the 1971 Indo-Pak War

Earlier today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi extended greetings on the occasion of Navy Day and said that the force while "steadfastly" protecting the nation has distinguished itself with its humanitarian spirit

"Best wishes on Navy Day to all navy personnel and their families. We in India are proud of our rich maritime history. The Indian Navy has steadfastly protected our nation and has distinguished itself with its humanitarian spirit during challenging times," PM Modi tweeted

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh also extended greetings on Navy Day, saying the nation is proud of the Indian Navy's valour, courage, commitment and professionalism

"Greetings to all @IndianNavy personnel on #NavyDay. The Indian Navy is at the forefront of keeping our country safe by ensuring impeccable maritime security. The nation is proud of Indian Navy's valour, courage, commitment and professionalism," Rajnath Singh tweeted

The Navy Day celebrations are aimed at fostering greater outreach, renewing maritime consciousness amongst our citizens and highlights the Navy's contributions towards national security