Section 47(1) in The Naval Ceremonial, Conditions Of Service And Miscellaneous Regulations, 1964
(1)The procedure governing the /is its of Indian Naval Ships to Commonwealth ports which has been agreed to by the countries concerned is as follows-Visits of Indian Naval Ships are classified in three categories(a)Formal. - Formal visits are made as a matter of courtesy and involve full ceremony including the exchange of official calls and the firing of gun salutes, except as provided in Regulation 27(5).(b)Informal. - Informal visits are also courtesy visits, but official formalities are restricted to the exchange of official calls and firing of salutes, except as provided in Regulation 27(5).(c)Routine and Operational. - Routine or operational visits are those made in the normal course of duties of Indian Naval Ships for such purposes as exercises and practices, obtaining supplies, etc. No formal ceremonies or calls are required.
