New Delhi, 19 December (H.S.): The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on Friday commissioned the Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) ‘Amulya’ into its maritime fleet, further boosting India’s coastal security and surveillance capabilities. The indigenously built vessel, designed for extended maritime missions, will be stationed at Paradip, Odisha, enhancing the Coast Guard’s operational strength along the eastern seaboard.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony held in Goa, Joint Secretary (Ministry of Defence) Amitabh Prasad formally commissioned the FPV Amulya into service. Commandant Amit Uniyal of the ICG highlighted that the vessel’s name, Amulya—meaning “Priceless”—symbolises the Coast Guard’s commitment to ensuring a safe and clean maritime environment in line with India’s national interests.

Constructed at Goa Shipyard Limited, the 51-metre vessel showcases India’s growing capability in indigenous shipbuilding.Over 60 percent of the equipment installed on Amulya is domestically manufactured, reflecting the steady progress India has made towards self-reliance in the defence sector.

The ship exemplifies the synergy between the Coast Guard’s operational vision and the government’s ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives. Designed with a focus on efficiency, endurance, and rapid response, Amulya is powered by two advanced 3,000 kW diesel engines, achieving a top speed of 27 knots and an operational endurance of 1,500 nautical miles, making it capable of undertaking long-range maritime patrols.

The vessel features indigenously developed pitch propellers and high-precision gearboxes to deliver superior speed, flexibility, and performance at sea. It is equipped with a 30 mm CRN-91 gun and two 12.7 mm stabilised remote-controlled guns, integrated with advanced fire control and target acquisition systems.

The ship also incorporates state-of-the-art integrated technologies such as an Integrated Bridge System (IBS), Integrated Machinery Control System (IMCS), and Automated Power Management System (APMS), all of which enhance operational efficiency, system reliability, and situational awareness.

Commandant Uniyal confirmed that FPV Amulya will be operated under the administrative and operational control of the Coast Guard Region (Northeast). The vessel will undertake a wide spectrum of missions including maritime surveillance, interdiction, search and rescue, anti-smuggling operations, and marine pollution response, thereby reinforcing the Coast Guard’s pivotal role in ensuring maritime safety along India’s eastern coastline.

The ship will be commanded by Commandant Anupam Singh, supported by five officers and a crew of 34 personnel.

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Hindusthan Samachar / Jun Sarkar