GOA, JANUARY 05, 2026 – In a landmark achievement for India’s shipbuilding industry, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh commissioned the Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Samudra Pratap in Goa today.
Built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), the vessel is the first of two Pollution Control Vessels and represents a major leap in the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative, boasting over 60% indigenous content. As the largest ship in the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) fleet to date, the 4,170-ton vessel is specifically designed to enhance India’s environmental response capabilities, maritime safety, and coastal patrol missions.
Rajnath Singh described the ship as an embodiment of a mature defense industrial ecosystem, noting that the ICG’s multi-dimensional role sends a clear message to adversaries that any misadventure will be met with a bold and befitting response.
The commissioning of ICGS Samudra Pratap also marks a historic milestone for gender inclusivity in the maritime force, as it is the first frontline Coast Guard ship to witness the appointment of women officers.
The vessel is equipped with advanced technology, including side-sweeping arms, high-capacity skimmers, and a pollution control laboratory to protect marine biodiversity and the blue economy. Additionally, it features a helicopter hangar, a 30 mm CRN-91 gun, and modern firefighting capabilities, ensuring it can operate effectively even in rough sea conditions.
Rajnath Singh emphasized that India is a responsible maritime power committed to peace and stability in the Indo-Pacific, urging the ICG to evolve from a platform-centric force to one that is intelligence-driven and integration-centric. Based in Kochi, the ship will now play a critical role in safeguarding India’s vast maritime zones.
