ICG launches first Indigenously Developed Pollution Control Vessel

 Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched its first indigenously developed Pollution Control Vessel, ‘Samudra Pratap,’ in Goa. Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth, who presided over the event, emphasized the need for industry partners to contribute towards India becoming fully self-sufficient (Aatmanirbhar) in defense production and a net exporter.

The vessel, built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), aims to address oil spillage along India’s coastlines and represents a significant milestone in indigenous shipbuilding.

The launch of ‘Samudra Pratap’ is committed to be India’s advancing shipbuilding capabilities and its progress towards self-reliance.

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The ‘Samudra Pratap, was constructed by GSL to meet the specific needs of the ICG. The vessel has a length of 114.5 meters, a breadth of 16.5 meters, and displaces 4170 tons. GSL, a leading Indian shipyard, signed a contract to build two such vessels for the ICG for Rs 583 crores. This initiative marks the first time these vessels were designed and built indigenously.

The ceremony was attended by Shri Brajesh Kumar Upadhyaya, Chairman and Managing Director of GSL, along with officials from the Ministry of Defence, ICG, Indian Navy, and GSL.

The launch underscores GSL’s entry into the elite group of Indian shipyards capable of producing state-of-the-art Pollution Control Vessels.

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Union Minister of State for Defence Sanjay Seth highlighted that the vessel is 72% self-reliant and is equipped with advanced technology to combat coastal pollution effectively.

Valued at Rs 2,500 crores, the vessel is expected to play a crucial role in safeguarding India’s maritime environment and ensuring coastal security.

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