Multi-domain vessels mark significant milestone in Indian Navy’s pursuit towards indigenous shipbuilding
The first of indigenously-built Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) was launched on 10 Oct at GRSE, Kolkata, while two others are under construction at GRSE and GSL, Goa, the Ministry of Defence said.
“These indigenously designed and built ships will augment the existing OPVs/ NOPVs for multi-domain operations, such as maritime surveillance, search & rescue, protection of offshore assets, HADR and anti-piracy missions,” said the Ministry. “These ships derive their names from India’s rich heritage, with this ship being named as ‘Shreyas’, meaning ‘Best’ or ‘Most Excellent’ in Sanskrit.”
The launch marks yet another significant milestone in Indian Navy’s pursuit towards indigenous shipbuilding and is in consonance with Government of India’s vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives.
The first NGOPV was launched by Reyman Kochhar, in the presence of VAdm Ajay Kochhar, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff.
The event reflected the rich traditions and ethos of the Indian Navy. Senior dignitaries from the Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, GRSE and Industry Partners attended the occasion, the Ministry said. fiinews.com
