The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has commenced construction of its first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV) at Chowgule & Company Pvt. Ltd., Goa. Designed for high-speed, shallow-water coastal operations, the ACV strengthens India’s maritime rapid-response capabilities under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
The Indian Coast Guard conducted a State-Level Maritime Search and Rescue (M-SAR) Workshop on June 25, 2025, in Goa, bringing together key stakeholders from across the state to strengthen coastal SAR coordination, revalidate SOPs, and improve emergency response capabilities.
The Indian Coast Guard District Headquarters Goa celebrated the 11th International Yoga Day 2025 with a week-long series of wellness events, including motivational lectures by Brahma Kumaris, yoga for women, school students, and NCC cadets. The celebration concluded with a mega yoga session on June 21, aligning with the global theme, "Yoga for One Earth, One Health," and saw over 350 participants coming together to promote holistic well-being.
Goa Shipyard Ltd has launched Achal, the fifth in a series of eight Fast Patrol Vessels for the Indian Coast Guard. Built under the ₹473 crore project, the vessel supports coastal security, local industry, and the Make in India initiative.
Indian Coast Guard celebrates 49th Raising Day, marking nearly five decades of dedicated service to India's maritime security, with a legacy of life-saving missions, anti-smuggling efforts, and environmental protection
