Indian Coast Guard Commissions New Patrol Vessel ICGS Sarthak.

Defence | Dated: 25 Mar 2026

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) officially commissioned a new state of the art Offshore Patrol Vessel, ICGS Sarthak, in Porbandar, Gujarat. The ship is heavily equipped with modern navigation sensors to combat maritime terrorism and smuggling.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • The vessel was indigenously built by Goa Shipyard Limited.
  • It operates under the administrative control of the Coast Guard Region North West.
  • It carries advanced light helicopters for search and rescue operations.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • Vessel: ICGS Sarthak.
  • Force: Coast Guard.
  • Base: Porbandar.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the name of the new Offshore Patrol Vessel recently commissioned by the Indian Coast Guard in Porbandar?

Correct Answer: ICGS Sarthak

🚀 Quick Recap:

About Indian Coast Guard

  • Founded - 1977
  • Headquarters - New Delhi