Rajnath Singh commissions ICG's pollution control vessel 'Samudra Pratap' in Goa
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard's first indigenously designed and built pollution control vessel, 'Samudra Pratap', in Goa on January 5, 2026. The 114.5-meter vessel, built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), boasts over 60% indigenous content and will serve as a platform for enforcing marine pollution control regulations, maritime law enforcement, search and rescue operations, and safeguarding India's Exclusive Economic Zone. Mr. Singh emphasized the importance of shared maritime heritage and women's empowerment in the Coast Guard. The commissioning signifies a major step towards 'atmanirbharta' in shipbuilding and maritime capability development.
5 JAN 2026
· THIS STORY — The Hindu
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard's first indigenously built pollution control vessel, 'Samudra Pratap', in Goa.
— The Hindu
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard's first indigenously designed pollution control vessel, 'Samudra Pratap'.
7 JAN 2026
— The Hindu
Prime Minister Modi celebrated the commissioning of the Indian Coast Guard Ship Samudra Pratap, a home-built pollution control vessel, signifying India's commitment to self-reliance and sustainability.
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