PANAJI: The Indian Coast Guard commissioned ICGS Amulya, the third vessel of the new-generation Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels, at Goa. The ship was commissioned by Joint Secretary (IC/AP) Amitabh Prasad, Ministry of Defence, in the presence of Inspector General Jyotindra Singh, TM, Deputy Director General (HRD), along with senior dignitaries from the Central and State Governments and representatives of Goa Shipyard Limited.
Built by Goa Shipyard Limited, the 51-metre Fast Patrol Vessel marks a significant milestone in indigenous shipbuilding, boasting an indigenous content of more than 60 percent. Amulya, meaning “priceless”, reflects the Indian Coast Guard’s commitment to ensuring safe, secure, and clean seas while advancing the Government of India’s Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives.
Powered by two 3000 kW advanced diesel engines, the vessel has a top speed of 27 knots and an operational endurance of 1,500 nautical miles. It is equipped with controllable pitch propellers for superior manoeuvrability and advanced integrated systems, including an Integrated Bridge System, Integrated Machinery Control System, and Automated Power Management System. The ship is armed with a 30 mm CRN-91 gun and two 12.7 mm stabilized remote-controlled guns.
ICGS Amulya will be based at Paradip, Odisha, under the operational and administrative control of the Commander, Coast Guard Region (North East). The vessel will undertake missions such as surveillance, interdiction, search and rescue operations, anti-smuggling tasks, and pollution response, strengthening India’s maritime security along the eastern seaboard.
The ship is commanded by Commandant (JG) Anupam Singh and is manned by a crew of five officers and 34 personnel. The commissioning of ICGS Amulya marks a significant step in the Indian Coast Guard’s fleet expansion and will substantially enhance coastal security and operational readiness in the region.
