Rajnath Singh to inaugurate ₹19,000-crore maritime assets at Hindustan Shipyard Limited on October 6
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Defence infrastructure and domestic shipbuilding: a key GS3 topic on Atmanirbhar Bharat and maritime security.
Why in news
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to inaugurate maritime assets and a new ship construction contract at Hindustan Shipyard Limited in Visakhapatnam.
Background
The Ministry of Defence signed a ₹19,000-crore contract on August 25, 2023, for the construction of five 45,000-tonne ships. Deliveries for these vessels are scheduled to commence from 2027.
Facts for Prelims
- PostRajnath Singh: Union Minister of Defence
- FactContract value: ₹19,000-crore for five 45,000-tonne ships
- FactDelivery timeline: Ship deliveries to start from 2027
Prelims practice question
What is the scheduled commencement year for the delivery of the five 45,000-tonne ships?
- (a)2028
- (b)2030
- (c)2025
- (d)2027
Show answer
Answer: (d) 2027 — The note states that deliveries for these vessels are scheduled to commence from 2027.
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of expanding domestic shipbuilding infrastructure in achieving India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' goals in the maritime and defence sectors.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on foreign shipbuilders for fleet support vessels
- Industrial synergy: Integration of heavy engineering and maritime logistics in coastal hubs
- Economic multiplier: Job creation and MSME integration in the high-value maritime manufacturing supply chain
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Maritime Security · Defence Procurement · Shipbuilding Infrastructure · Strategic Autonomy
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