India Commissions First Indigenous Pollution Control Vessel ICGS ‘Samudra Pratap’

Defence Minister Shri Rajnath Singh on January 5, 2026, commissioned Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Samudra Pratap in Goa. Built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), the vessel is the first of two Pollution Control Vessels being constructed for the Indian Coast Guard.

First Indigenous Design, Largest in ICG Fleet
With over 60% indigenous content, ICGS Samudra Pratap is India’s first indigenously designed pollution control vessel. It is also the largest ship in the Indian Coast Guard fleet to date, marking a major milestone in the country’s maritime capability and shipbuilding self-reliance.

Boost to Pollution Control and Maritime Safety
The induction of Samudra Pratap is expected to significantly enhance the ICG’s operational capabilities in marine pollution response, fire-fighting, maritime safety, and environmental protection, strengthening India’s preparedness against ecological disasters at sea.

Symbolism and Role
The name ‘Samudra Pratap’, meaning Majesty of the Seas, reflects the Indian Coast Guard’s resolve to ensure safe, secure, and clean seas while protecting the nation’s maritime interests.

Key Technical Specifications
ICGS Samudra Pratap has a displacement of 4,170 tonnes, a length of 114.5 metres, and can achieve speeds exceeding 22 knots. The vessel is powered by two 7,500 kW diesel engines driving indigenously developed controllable pitch propellers and gearboxes, providing superior manoeuvrability, operational flexibility, and an endurance of 6,000 nautical miles.