Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) first indigenously designed and built pollution control vessel, Samudra Pratap, in Goa today. The vessel will serve as a critical platform for enforcing marine pollution control regulations, maritime law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and safeguarding the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone. As the first indigenously developed pollution control vessel with over 70 per cent domestic content, it features a helicopter hangar to extend its operational reach.
At the commissioning of Samudra Pratap, the Defence Minister hailed the vessel as a symbol of the country’s collective resolve and maritime confidence. Mr Singh emphasised that protecting marine biodiversity is a moral responsibility in the face of climate change, noting that the ship will safeguard coral reefs and coastal communities. The Minister urged the industry to aim for 90 percent indigenization in future projects.
Built by Goa Shipyard Limited, this 114-meter hybrid Pollution Control Vessel is a powerhouse of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. It is designed to detect and recover oil spills, featuring advanced sweeping arms and dynamic positioning to protect the country’s Exclusive Economic Zone.
