The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) commissioned ICG Ship Amulya, the third vessel in a series of eight new-generation Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels, during a ceremony held in Goa on December 19.
Designed and built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), the 51-metre vessel features over 60% indigenous components, reinforcing India’s push towards defence self-reliance under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make-in-India initiatives.
What is ICG Ship Amulya and why is it significant?
ICG Ship Amulya is a new-generation Fast Patrol Vessel designed to enhance the Indian Coast Guard’s operational reach and response capability. The vessel integrates a modern design philosophy focused on efficiency, endurance, and rapid response.
With a high level of indigenous content, Amulya represents a benchmark in domestic shipbuilding and reflects the growing capability of Indian shipyards to deliver advanced maritime platforms for national security roles.
What are the vessel’s key capabilities?
The vessel is powered by two 3000-kilowatt advanced diesel engines, enabling a maximum speed of 27 knots and an operational endurance of 1,500 nautical miles. It is fitted with indigenous, state-of-the-art weapons and systems, offering high manoeuvrability, operational flexibility, and enhanced performance at sea.
These capabilities allow the vessel to sustain extended patrols across India’s maritime zones while responding swiftly to emerging situations.
What missions will ICG Ship Amulya undertake?
ICG Ship Amulya will be employed for a wide range of operational roles, including coastal surveillance, interdiction, search and rescue operations, anti-smuggling missions, and pollution response.
The vessel is expected to play a key role in strengthening the Indian Coast Guard’s ability to safeguard maritime interests and maintain security along India’s eastern seaboard.
Where will the vessel be deployed and who commands it?
The vessel will be based at Paradip, Odisha, and will operate under the administrative and operational control of the Commander, Coast Guard Region (North East).
ICG Ship Amulya is commanded by Commandant (JG) Anupam Singh and has a crew complement of five officers and 34 personnel.
Who presided over the commissioning ceremony?
The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Joint Secretary (IC), Ceremonial and Chief Administrative Officer, Amitabh Prasad. Senior officials from the Indian Coast Guard, Central and State Governments, and representatives from Goa Shipyard Limited were present at the event.
The induction of Amulya marks another step in the Indian Coast Guard’s ongoing fleet expansion programme, aimed at enhancing coastal security and maritime governance.