Recently, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) launched two advanced Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) — ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit — at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL).

About ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit
The ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit are advanced Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), launched on October 24, 2025. They are the seventh and eighth ships, respectively, in a series of eight FPVs built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for the ICG. Their launch is a major step toward enhancing India's maritime security and self-reliance in defense manufacturing. 
Specifications

• Builder: Indigenously designed and built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) as part of the "Make in India" initiative.
• Dimensions: Each vessel is 52 meters long and has a displacement of 320 tonnes.
• Propulsion: The FPVs are equipped with Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPP), a first for this class of ship in India, which provides superior maneuverability and propulsion efficiency.
• Speed: They can reach an impressive top speed of 35 knots (about 65 km/h).
• Engines: Each ship is powered by three diesel engines, each producing 2,720 kilowatts of power, driving three separate water jets. 

Operational capabilities
These multi-mission FPVs are designed for a variety of maritime roles: 

• Coastal Security: Patrolling India's coastline and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
• Anti-smuggling and Anti-piracy: Conducting missions to combat illegal activities at sea.
• Fisheries Protection: Monitoring and protecting fishing resources in Indian waters.
• Search and Rescue: Executing search and rescue operations to safeguard lives at sea.
• Maritime Surveillance: Enhancing overall surveillance capabilities, especially around India's island territories. 

Significance
The induction of ICGS Ajit and ICGS Aparajit bolsters the Indian Coast Guard's operational readiness with modern, high-speed platforms. As the final two ships in their series, their completion marks a significant achievement for GSL and for India's self-reliance in shipbuilding. 

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