Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) launched the Fast Patrol Vessels Amulya and Akshay, the third and fourth in a series of eight vessels built for the Indian Coast Guard. These 52-meter-long vessels, constructed with 60% indigenous content, are designed for fisheries protection, anti-piracy operations, search and rescue missions, and coastal patrols. The project, worth ₹473 crores, underscores India's push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing and the critical role of GSL in enhancing maritime security through indigenous shipbuilding.