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When was the first Staff & Management Course for SD List Officers inaugurated?
When was the first Staff & Management Course for SD List Officers inaugurated?
What was the duration of the first Long Logistics Management Course?
What was the duration of the first Long Logistics Management Course?
How many Commanding Officers/Executive Officer courses were conducted before their discontinuation?
How many Commanding Officers/Executive Officer courses were conducted before their discontinuation?
What significant event related to the Logistics Cadre occurred on 14 Aug 89?
What significant event related to the Logistics Cadre occurred on 14 Aug 89?
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What was the average strength of participants in the Long Logistics Management Course?
What was the average strength of participants in the Long Logistics Management Course?
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What was the main reason for conducting the Mid-Level Staff & Management Course for SD List Officers?
What was the main reason for conducting the Mid-Level Staff & Management Course for SD List Officers?
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Which branch was merged leading to the need for the Long Logistics & Management Course?
Which branch was merged leading to the need for the Long Logistics & Management Course?
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What was the duration of the Abridged Logistics Cadre Course introduced in 1989?
What was the duration of the Abridged Logistics Cadre Course introduced in 1989?
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What was the original location of the Supply & Secretariat School before it was shifted to its present site?
What was the original location of the Supply & Secretariat School before it was shifted to its present site?
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Who was the first Commanding Officer of INS Hamla?
Who was the first Commanding Officer of INS Hamla?
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When did the termination of the Sub Lieutenant (S) professional courses occur?
When did the termination of the Sub Lieutenant (S) professional courses occur?
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What type of training did INS Hamla begin conducting after its recommissioning in January 1954?
What type of training did INS Hamla begin conducting after its recommissioning in January 1954?
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What was the purpose of the Basic & Divisional Training assigned to the establishment in October 1959?
What was the purpose of the Basic & Divisional Training assigned to the establishment in October 1959?
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What significant change occurred to the INPT School in April 1980?
What significant change occurred to the INPT School in April 1980?
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What did the merger of the Supply & Secretariat Branch with the executive branch entail for the responsibilities of officers?
What did the merger of the Supply & Secretariat Branch with the executive branch entail for the responsibilities of officers?
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When did the Supply & Secretariat Advanced Courses first commence at INS Hamla?
When did the Supply & Secretariat Advanced Courses first commence at INS Hamla?
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What was the main purpose of the establishment of the Logistics Cadre?
What was the main purpose of the establishment of the Logistics Cadre?
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When did the first SLt Log Course commence?
When did the first SLt Log Course commence?
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What is the current name of the institution that was formerly known as the Naval Institute of Hospitality and Catering Technology?
What is the current name of the institution that was formerly known as the Naval Institute of Hospitality and Catering Technology?
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Who inaugurated the Computer Training Center at INS Hamla?
Who inaugurated the Computer Training Center at INS Hamla?
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Which course is conducted six times a year for sailors at the IN EDP School?
Which course is conducted six times a year for sailors at the IN EDP School?
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What type of training does the Joint Services Training Institute (Catering) provide?
What type of training does the Joint Services Training Institute (Catering) provide?
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Who primarily conducted the inaugural refresher course for Commanding Officers and Executive Officers in April 2016?
Who primarily conducted the inaugural refresher course for Commanding Officers and Executive Officers in April 2016?
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What is the duration of the IT Managers Course for Officers offered by IN EDP School?
What is the duration of the IT Managers Course for Officers offered by IN EDP School?
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Study Notes
History of INS Hamla
- INS Hamla was formed by amalgamating HMIS Hamlawar and HMIS Marve.
- Initially, Hamla I and Hamla II were combined operations bases in Karachi and Mumbai.
- During World War II, the current INS Hamla site was part of combined operations training centers in Bombay.
- The Landing Craft Wing was established in May 1943 and named HMIS Hamlawar.
- This center was divided into Indian and British wings; the former retained its name while the latter adopted HMIS Marve.
- On January 15, 1946, the Royal Indian Navy took over the RN Base at Marve and the crafts stationed there, merging Hamla I and Hamla II into the establishment.
- The entire establishment was renamed HMIS Hamla.
- After India's partition in 1947, the boys' training establishment was temporarily housed at INS Hamla.
- The establishment remained inactive for seven years as a maintenance and disposal base for landing crafts and equipment left behind by British forces.
- Reclassified as INS Hamla on January 6, 1954, reflecting the "attack" nature of the unit.
Old Training Pattern
- Prior to WWII, the Supply & Secretariat Branch was small, with few warrant officers.
- Recruitment to the Navy for cooks and stewards depended on prior experience.
- No formal training was given.
- In 1941, a training center was established at the Indian Naval Depot for training writer sailors.
- This center moved to Fort Barracks in 1943 for training supply officers and stewards.
- In 1945, the school moved to HMIS Akbar for Cookery School functions.
Combination of Supply & Secretariat & Domestics Branches
- In 1947, with the closing of HMIS Akbar, Supply, Secretariat, and Cookery Schools were relocated to Cochin and integrated into INS Venduruthy.
- The combined training establishment placed these units under a Supply Officer.
- The Supply & Secretariat Branch of INS Hamlawar was recommissioned as INS Hamla on January 6, 1954, with Commander T.R. Singh as the first Commanding Officer.
- The rank of the Commanding Officer was later upgraded to Captain on December 26, 1957.
Supply & Secretariat Advanced Course
- Upon recommissioning, INS Hamla also took on the task of conducting Supply & Secretariat Advanced Courses (SSAC).
- Initially, officers were deputed to the United Kingdom for this training.
- INS Hamla began offering the SSAC in June 1954.
- Basic and Divisional Training was later provided to Writers, Stores, Medical Assistants, Stewards, Cooks, and Topass branches at INS Hamla, which was previously taught at INS Venduruthy.
- This training continued till June 1974.
Amalgamation of Supply & Secretariat Branch
- The Supply & Secretariat Branch was merged with the executive branch on January 7, 1978.
- This terminated earlier Sub-Lieutenant (S) professional and Supply and Secretariat Advanced Courses.
- Executive branch Sub-Lieutenants were given 6-week administration and logistics courses previously conducted by Supply & Secretariat branch officers.
Shifting of INPT School
- The INPT School was shifted to INS Hamla in April 1980 due to insufficient facilities at INS Angre.
- It operated there until September 1989, when it was moved to INS Venduruthy.
Staff & Management Course for SD List Officers
- A mid-level staff and management course for Special Duty List officers was introduced in August 1980 at INS Hamla.
- The course duration was 12 weeks.
Introduction of Long Logistics & Management Course
- A specialist Logistics & Management Course was introduced at INS Hamla in September 1981.
- The course duration was 47 weeks.
Mid-Level Courses
- In 1987, short courses were introduced for commanding officers and executive officers (designates) to focus on civilian personnel management.
- Discipline courses were introduced for commanding officers and executive officers.
- The Mid-Career course was open to electrical and engineering officers with a focus on management.
Formation of Logistics Cadre
- In August 1989, a Logistics Cadre was established at INS Hamla.
- Lateral entry into the Logistics Cadre required a 19-week abridged logistics course.
- A 30-week SLT Log Course was instituted in 1992, focusing on lateral entry officers for the Logistics Cadre.
Inauguration of IN EDP School
- An EDP School (now NICA) was inaugurated at INS Hamla in April 1984.
- The Computer Training Center at INS Hamla was upgraded with modern computer facilities, capable of handling various training courses.
Refresher Course for CO and EXO of Shore Establishments
- A refresher course for commanding officers and executive officers of shore establishments was conducted from April 25 to 29, 2016.
- This course contained 11 senior officers as part of its faculty.
Establishment of Joint Services Training Institute
- Joint Services Training Institute (Catering) was established in 1966 as the Naval Institute of Hospitality and Catering Technology (NIHCT).
- In 2018, it was re-designated as Joint Services Training Institute (Catering).
- The institute offers basic and specialized training to chefs and stewards from all three services.
Nautical Mural
- A 30x40-foot nautical mural depicting various aspects of Indian Navy training was commissioned in December 2022.
- The mural's design is a watch face, with each division marking an hour of the clock.
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Explore the fascinating history of INS Hamla, from its origins during World War II to its current role. Learn about the amalgamation of HMIS Hamlawar and HMIS Marve, and how the establishment evolved through historical events including India's partition. This quiz covers significant milestones and operational changes throughout its history.
