ICG's 5th fast patrol vessel ‘Achal’ launched in Goa

In a major step towards strengthening India’s maritime security and promoting indigenous defence capabilities, Achal, the fifth Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) in a series of eight being built by Goa Shipyard Ltd (GSL), was launched in Goa on Monday.

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Designed and constructed under stringent dual-class certification from the American Bureau of Shipping and Indian Register of Shipping, the FPV features over 60 per cent indigenous content, a Defence Ministry statement said.