India Unveils 'Utkarsh' as Second Multi-Purpose Vessel
| Summary/Static | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in the news? | India Unveils 'Utkarsh' as Second Multi-Purpose Vessel |
| Location | L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, Chennai |
| Vessel Name | 'Utkarsh' (meaning "Superior in Conduct") |
| Key Attendees | Rajesh Kumar Singh (Defence Secretary), VAdm B Sivakumar, Shri Jayant Patil, Shri Arun Ramchandani, and other senior officials from the Indian Navy and L&T Shipyard |
| Shipyard | M/s L&T Shipyard |
| Vessel Dimensions | Length: 106 meters, Speed: 15 knots |
| Key Capabilities | Towing ships, launching/recovering targets, operating unmanned vehicles, testing indigenous weapons and sensors |
| Indigenous Contribution | Aligns with Aatmanirbhar Bharat & Make in India initiatives |
| Contract Details | Signed on March 25, 2022, between the Ministry of Defence and M/s L&T Shipyard |
| Strategic Importance | Enhances India's maritime defense capabilities and supports indigenous shipbuilding efforts |