ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit

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Recently, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched two advanced Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) — ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit — at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL).

About ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit

• These two vessels are the seventh and eighth in a series of eight indigenously built Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs).
• Built By:  The Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL).

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Features of ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit

• Design:  52 metres in length and displacing 320 tonnes,
• Propulsion: These vessels are equipped with Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) offering superior manoeuvrability and propulsion efficiency.
• Roles: They are capable of multi-mission roles including fisheries protection, coastal patrol, anti-smuggling, anti-piracy and search & rescue operations, particularly around India’s island territories and Exclusive Economic Zone.

Key Facts about the Indian Coast Guard

• It was formally established in 1978 by the Coast Guard Act, 1978 as an independent armed force of India.
• Administration: The organization is headed by the Director General Indian Coast Guard (DGICG).
• Nodal ministry: It operates under the Ministry of Defence.
• Headquarter: New Delhi

Functions of Indian Coast Guard

• Ensuring the safety and protection of artificial Islands, offshore terminals, installations and other structures and devices in any maritime zone.
• Providing protection and assistance to fishermen in distress while at Sea.
• Preservation and protection of our maritime environment including prevention and control of marine pollution.
• Enforcement of Maritime Zones of India Act.

 Source: PIB