Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will commission the Indian Coast Guard’s (ICG) first indigenously built Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) Samudra Pratap in Goa on January 5, 2026. This 114.5-meter vessel, constructed with over 60% indigenous content by Goa Shipyard Limited, enhances ICG’s operational capabilities in pollution response and maritime safety. Equipped with advanced technologies, including a Dynamic Positioning capability and state-of-the-art pollution detection systems, Samudra Pratap underscores the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives. Its commissioning marks a significant advancement in the ICG’s fleet, reinforcing India’s maritime security and environmental protection efforts.