Plate Cutting Ceremony of ICG’s Fourth NGOPV Held at MDL, Mumbai
The Plate Cutting Ceremony for the fourth Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV) for the Indian Coast Guard was held at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd in Mumbai on August 20, 2025. The 117-meter vessels, capable of speeds up to 23 knots and an operational range of 5,000 nautical miles, are equipped with advanced technologies such as AI-based predictive maintenance systems and remote piloted drones. This project aligns with the Government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision and emphasizes India's commitment to self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
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