On Tuesday, for a change there was absolute unanimity on the floor of the Kerala assembly when members applauded Tomy's courageous effort.
Soon after question hour, Speaker G. Karthikeyan said that Tomy's effort would be a huge boost for the youth in the state and in the country.
"Being at sea for 150 days and without touching a port or making any stop, he became the first Indian and only the second Asian to achieve this marvellous feat, which shows courage and determination of the young naval officer and the assembly is happy on his feat," said Karthikeyan.
