Indian Navy Launches NGOPV 'Sanghmitra' at GRSE Kolkata
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Vessel Name | NGOPV 'Sanghmitra' (Yard 3039) |
| Launched By | Sarita Vatsayan |
| Location | Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata |
| Named After | Daughter of Emperor Ashoka |
| Crest Symbolism | Ursa Major constellation and a red-white lighthouse |
| Key Capabilities | Surveillance, defense, search & rescue, HADR, anti-piracy, offshore protection |
| Strategic Significance | Strengthens indigenous shipbuilding, aligns with Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India |

