Akshar Fast Patrol Vessel:
Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Akshar was commissioned at Karaikal, Puducherry.
- It is the second in a series of eight Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs).
- The name ‘Akshar’ meaning ‘imperishable’, symbolises the ICG’s steadfast resolve and commitment to ensuring safe, secure, and clean seas.
- It has been designed and built indigenously by Goa Shipyard Limited and contains over 60% indigenous content.
- The ship displaces approx. 320 tons and is propelled by two 3,000 KW diesel engines, enabling a maximum speed of 27 Knots.
- It has an endurance of 1,500 nautical miles at an economical speed.
- ICGS Akshar is fitted with indigenously developed two Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP) and gearboxes, offering superior maneuverability, operational flexibility and enhanced performance at sea.
- The vessel also features an Integrated Bridge System (IBS), Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS), and Automated Power Management System (APMS), augmenting operational efficiency and automation.
- The ship will be based at Karaikal, Puducherry, under the administrative and operational control of Commander Coast Guard Region (East).
