The NGOPVs, each with an approximate tonnage of 3,000 tons, are designed for various missions, including coastal defense and surveillance, search and rescue operations, protection of offshore assets, and anti-piracy efforts. The fabrication of the main hull blocks for Yard 1281 and Yard 1282 is underway at YMSPL’s facilities in Ratnagiri, aligning with GSL’s construction strategy. The keel laying ceremony was attended by Vice Admiral R Swaminathan, Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition, along with senior officials from the Indian Navy, GSL, and YMSPL.
This milestone underscores India’s commitment to self-reliance in defense manufacturing, resonating with the nation’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives. The introduction of these NGOPVs is poised to enhance the Indian Navy’s maritime capabilities significantly.
