Recently, Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sankalp visited Port Louis in Mauritius as part of overseas deployment in Indian Ocean Region.
About ICGS Sankalp:
ICGS Sankalp is the 5th Advanced Offshore Patrol Vessel (AOPV) of Indian Coast Guard which was commissioned in 2008.
The vessel is indigenously built by the Goa Shipyard Limited.
Functions: It is designed primarily for extended maritime surveillance, exclusive economic zone (EEZ) protection, search and rescue operations, and enforcement of maritime laws within India's vast oceanic domains.
Features of ICGS Sankalp:
It is equipped with state of the art navigational and communication sensors and other equipment.
It is capable of embarking Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH) and Chetak helicopters.
Armaments: It is equipped with primary armament consisting of two 30 mm CRN-91 twin-barrel naval guns, designed for surface engagement and controlled by an integrated fire control system.
It also fitted with davits to deploy up to five high-speed interceptor boats.
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