NEW DELHI (PTI): Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar will give gallantry and distinguished service awards at this year's Naval Investiture Ceremony at Kerala's Kochi on Wednesday, according to a statement.

In an official statement issued on Tuesday, the force said 31 awards including six Nao Sena Medals (gallantry), eight Nao Sena Medals (Devotion to Duty), 17 Vishisht Seva Medals would be presented to awardees.

"In addition, Sarvottam Jeevan Raksha Padak, Lt VK Jain Memorial Gold Medal, Capt Ravi Dhir Memorial Gold Medal, CNS Trophy for best Green Practice and Unit Citations will also be presented," it noted.

The ceremony will be witnessed by the spouses and families of awardees as well as by senior dignitaries of the Indian Navy, it said.

"The Naval Investiture Ceremony - 2022 to felicitate Naval personnel who have demonstrated gallant acts, leadership, professional achievements and distinguished service of high order will be held at Naval Base, Kochi on May 4," it mentioned.