New Fast Patrol Vessel 'Akshar' Joins Indian Coast Guard Fleet in Karaikal

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) today commissioned Ship Akshar, the second of eight Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs), at Karaikal, Puducherry. This 51-meter FPV has been designed with over 60 per cent indigenous content, strengthening India’s maritime capabilities under the Government’s ‘Make in India’ initiative. The ship displaces approximately 320 tons and is propelled by two 3000 Kilowatt diesel engines, enabling it to reach a maximum speed of 27 knots.

The vessel also features an Integrated Bridge System (IBS), Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS), and Automated Power Management System (APMS), augmenting operational efficiency and automation. Ship Akshar will be based at Karaikal, Puducherry, under the administrative and operational control of the Commander, Coast Guard Region (East).

It will be deployed for surveillance of maritime zones and other duties. The vessel was commissioned by Indian Defence Accounts Service Additional Secretary Dipti Mohil Chawla in the presence of Commander of Coast Guard Eastern Seaboard Additional Director General Donny Michael along with senior dignitaries from both the central and state governments.

 

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