NE DEFENCE BUREAU
NEW DELHI, DEC 19
The Indian Coast Guard commissioned ICG Ship Amulya, the third of eight new-generation Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels, at Goa on December 19, marking a significant step in strengthening India’s coastal security and advancing indigenous shipbuilding.
Boost to #India’s maritime strength. @IndiaCoastGuard Ship Amulya, the 3rd Adamya-class #FPV, was commissioned today at @goashipyardltd, #Goa by Shri Amitabh Prasad, IA&AS, Joint Secretary (IC/AP), Ceremonial & CAO, #MoD, in the presence of Deputy Director General (HRD), #CGHQ… pic.twitter.com/TtBG3MMp0d
— Indian Coast Guard (@IndiaCoastGuard) December 19, 2025
Designed and built by Goa Shipyard Limited, the 51-metre fast patrol vessel sets a new benchmark in domestic ship construction, with over 60% indigenous components. True to its name, Amulya—meaning priceless—the vessel reflects India’s growing defence self-reliance in line with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives. Its modern design philosophy prioritises efficiency, endurance and rapid response, enabling swift action across India’s maritime zones.
- New-Generation Adamya-Class FPV Joins Fleet
- 60% Indigenous Content Strengthens Aatmanirbhar Bharat
- High-Speed, Long-Endurance Vessel for Multi-Role Missions
- Paradip-Based Asset Enhances Eastern Seaboard Security
Speed, Endurance and Firepower
Powered by two 3,000 kW advanced diesel engines, Amulya achieves a top speed of 27 knots and an operational endurance of 1,500 nautical miles, allowing extended deployments. The ship is equipped with indigenously developed controllable pitch propellers and high-precision gearboxes, delivering superior manoeuvrability and operational flexibility at sea.
The vessel is armed with a 30 mm CRN-91 gun and two 12.7 mm stabilised remote-controlled guns, supported by advanced target acquisition and fire-control systems. Integrated technologies—including an Integrated Bridge System, Integrated Machinery Control System and Automated Power Management System—enhance situational awareness, reliability and mission efficiency.
Multi-Role Operations Across the Eastern Seaboard
ICGS Amulya will undertake a wide spectrum of missions, including coastal surveillance, interdiction, search and rescue, anti-smuggling operations and pollution response, reinforcing the Coast Guard’s mandate of ensuring safe, secure and clean seas.
The vessel will be based at Paradip, Odisha, operating under the administrative and operational control of the Commander, Coast Guard Region (North East) through the Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 7. It is commanded by Anupam Singh and has a complement of five officers and 34 personnel.
Fleet Expansion and Coastal Security Push
The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary (IC), Ceremonial & CAO, and attended by senior officials from the Coast Guard, Central and State governments, and Goa Shipyard Limited. The induction of Amulya represents another milestone in the Indian Coast Guard’s ongoing fleet expansion, significantly enhancing operational readiness and strengthening coastal security along the eastern seaboard.
