Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

Samudra Pratap is the first Pollution Control Vessel inducted by the Indian Coast Guard, marking a major milestone in India’s maritime environmental protection capabilities. Built at Goa Shipyard Limited, the vessel showcases India’s growing self-reliance in defence shipbuilding under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. It is equipped with advanced pollution response systems, firefighting equipment, and modern maritime security weapons. With over 60% indigenous components, Samudra Pratap enhances the Coast Guard’s ability to respond to oil spills, chemical leaks, maritime emergencies, and protect India’s Exclusive Economic Zone while supporting sustainable maritime governance.