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PM Modi hands over Made in India patrol vessel to Seychelles Coast Guard

Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over a Made in India Fast Patrol Vessel to the Seychelles Coast Guard on June 27, 2026, in New Delhi.

This transfer strengthens Seychelles' maritime surveillance capabilities and reinforces India's commitment to regional maritime security. The move enhances India's strategic partnerships in the Indian Ocean and demonstrates its growing defense manufacturing prowess.

  • Seychelles has one of the largest Exclusive Economic Zones in the world relative to its land size, covering approximately 410,000 square kilometers of ocean.
  • Goa Shipyard Limited has built over 150 vessels for the Indian Navy, including the Kamorta-class corvettes and the Shivalik-class stealth frigates.
  • The Indian Ocean region is a critical hub for global trade, with over 80% of the world's oil trade passing through its key shipping lanes.
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