ICGS Akshar was officially commissioned into the Indian Coast Guard at Karaikal, Puducherry

¨     ICGS Akshar was officially commissioned into the Indian Coast Guard at Karaikal, Puducherry.

¨     ICGS Akshar is the second vessel in the Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessel series.

¨     The ship was designed and built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL).

¨     It features over 60% indigenous components. The vessel reflects India’s commitment to self-reliance in defense production.

¨     It also supports the government's Make in India initiative.

¨     The commissioning ceremony was led by Dipti Mohil Chawla, Additional Secretary in the Ministry of Defence.

¨     Additional Director General Donny Michael, Commander of the Eastern Seaboard, also attended the event.

¨     ICGS Akshar is 51 metres long and displaces approximately 320 tons.

¨     It is powered by two 3,000 KW diesel engines.

¨     The ship can reach speeds of up to 27 knots. It has an operational range of 1,500 nautical miles.

¨     Indigenously developed Controllable Pitch Propellers and gearboxes are installed on the vessel.

¨     These systems improve the ship’s manoeuvrability and handling.

¨     The ship is armed with a 30 mm CRN 91 gun. It also carries two 12.7 mm Stabilized Remote-Controlled Guns (SRCG).

¨     All weapons are integrated with a modern fire-control system.

¨     The vessel includes advanced systems like the Integrated Bridge System (IBS).

¨     It is also equipped with an Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS).

¨     An Automated Power Management System (APMS) further enhances automation and efficiency.

¨     ICGS Akshar is based in Karaikal under the Coast Guard Region (East).

¨     It will be used for maritime surveillance, coastal security, and law enforcement tasks.

¨     The name "Akshar" means “eternal” or “imperishable” in Sanskrit.

¨     It symbolizes the Coast Guard’s enduring commitment to safe and secure seas.