Rajnath Singh Commissions ICGS Samudra Pratap, First of Its Kind

06 Jan 2026 CW Team

With more than 60 per cent indigenous content, Samudra Pratap is India’s first indigenously designed pollution control vessel and the largest ship in the Indian Coast Guard fleet so far. Its induction is expected to substantially enhance the Coast Guard’s capabilities in marine pollution response, firefighting, maritime safety and environmental protection, while also enabling extended surveillance and response operations across India’s maritime zones.

Describing the vessel as a reflection of India’s mature defence industrial ecosystem, Singh, said consistent efforts are underway to raise indigenous content in warships to nearly 90 per cent. “ICGS Samudra Pratap has been specially designed for pollution control, but its role is not limited to this alone. As multiple capabilities have been integrated into a single platform, the ship will prove to be effective in coastal patrol, and strengthen maritime safety,” he said.

The ship is equipped with advanced pollution detection systems, specialised pollution response boats and modern firefighting equipment. It also features a helicopter hangar and aviation support facilities, enabling greater operational reach, including in rough sea conditions.

The Raksha Mantri highlighted marine environmental protection as both a strategic necessity and a moral responsibility, particularly in the context of climate change. “Through its quick detection, precise station-keeping, and efficient recovery systems, ICGS Samudra Pratap will further strengthen capabilities,” he said, adding that timely control of pollution incidents is critical for safeguarding marine biodiversity and sustaining the blue economy.

He further noted that the commissioning aligns with India’s broader maritime vision and reinforces the country’s role as a responsible maritime power in the Indo-Pacific region.

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Rajnath Singh, Defence Minister, commissioned Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Samudra Pratap, the first of two pollution control vessels built by Goa Shipyard (GSL), marking a significant milestone in India’s push for self-reliance in defence shipbuilding. The commissioning ceremony was held in Goa on January 5, 2026.With more than 60 per cent indigenous content, Samudra Pratap is India’s first indigenously designed pollution control vessel and the largest ship in the Indian Coast Guard fleet so far. Its induction is expected to substantially enhance the Coast Guard’s capabilities in marine pollution response, firefighting, maritime safety and environmental protection, while also enabling extended surveillance and response operations across India’s maritime zones.Describing the vessel as a reflection of India’s mature defence industrial ecosystem, Singh, said consistent efforts are underway to raise indigenous content in warships to nearly 90 per cent. “ICGS Samudra Pratap has been specially designed for pollution control, but its role is not limited to this alone. As multiple capabilities have been integrated into a single platform, the ship will prove to be effective in coastal patrol, and strengthen maritime safety,” he said.The ship is equipped with advanced pollution detection systems, specialised pollution response boats and modern firefighting equipment. It also features a helicopter hangar and aviation support facilities, enabling greater operational reach, including in rough sea conditions.The Raksha Mantri highlighted marine environmental protection as both a strategic necessity and a moral responsibility, particularly in the context of climate change. “Through its quick detection, precise station-keeping, and efficient recovery systems, ICGS Samudra Pratap will further strengthen capabilities,” he said, adding that timely control of pollution incidents is critical for safeguarding marine biodiversity and sustaining the blue economy.He further noted that the commissioning aligns with India’s broader maritime vision and reinforces the country’s role as a responsible maritime power in the Indo-Pacific region.

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