Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

Srishti is the name of the Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), Yard 1283, launched at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL). The vessel is indigenously designed and constructed by GSL as part of India's efforts to strengthen its naval capabilities and promote self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The Sanskrit word “Srishti” means “Creation” or “Act of Creating”. The vessel is designed to perform maritime surveillance, Search and Rescue (SAR), anti-piracy operations, and protection of offshore assets. It can also undertake Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) missions, supporting India's maritime security objectives.