Achal Fast Patrol Vessel, Features, Speed, Cost, Latest News

Q: What is the role of fast patrol vessel?

Fast Patrol Vessels for Indian Coast Guard are designed to offer high speed and enhanced maritime security. The primary role of the vessel is to perform Fisheries Protection, monitor foreign-chartered trawlers, EEZ and Coastal Patrol, Anti-Smuggling and Search and Rescue Operations.

Q: What is Indian Coast Guard?

It is an armed force that protects India’s maritime interests and enforces maritime law, with jurisdiction over the territorial waters of India, including its contiguous zone and exclusive economic zone.

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Achal Fast Patrol Vessel Latest News

Recently, the Achal Fast Patrol Vessel was ceremoniously launched in Goa.

About Achal Fast Patrol Vessel

It is the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) in a series of eight being constructed by Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
Designed and constructed under stringent dual-class certification from the American Bureau of Shipping and Indian Register of Shipping,

Features of Fast Patrol Vessel

The FPV features over 60% indigenous content.
The vessel measures 52 meters in length and 8 meters in breadth, with a displacement of 320 tons.
It is powered by a CPP-based propulsion system, the vessel can reach a top speed of 27 knots.
With its primary roles of protection, monitoring, control, and surveillance, ‘Achal’ is equipped to safeguard offshore assets and island territories.
Its launch marks another milestone in the long-standing partnership between the Indian Coast Guard and GSL, further reinforcing the collective march towards Aatmanirbharta in defence manufacturing.
It is built at a total cost of Rs 473 crore, the project has also provided a significant boost to local industry by generating substantial employment and supporting MSMEs engaged in production activities at various factories and within GSL.