LAUNCH OF NEXT GENERATION OFFSHORE PATROL VESSEL

Yard 3037 (Shruti), Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was launched at M/s GRSE, Kolkata on 11 Aug 2026 by Mrs Manika Sadhu, in the presence of Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, Controller of Warship Production & Acquisition. The event reflected the rich traditions, and ethos of the Indian Navy. Senior dignitaries from the Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, and GRSE attended the occasion.

The construction of NGOPVs is concurrently being undertaken at two shipyards (GSL, Goa & GRSE, Kolkata). These indigenously designed and built ships will augment the existing OPVs/ NOPVs for multi domain operations, such as maritime surveillance, search and rescue, protection of offshore assets, HADR and anti-piracy missions. These ships derive their name from India's rich heritage, with this ship being named as 'Shruti', referring to four Vedas. The crest design of the ship depicts the constellation of Ursa Major and a red & white coloured light house.

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' initiative.

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