Paradip, Odisha

The Indian Coast Guard Ship Adamya, the first vessel in the new Adamya-class Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs), was officially commissioned at Paradip Port in Odisha on 19 September 2025. The commissioning ceremony was led by Shri Satyajit Mohanty, Joint Secretary (AF & Policy), Ministry of Defence, in the presence of senior defence and state dignitaries. The event marks a boost to India’s maritime security on the eastern coast.

Key specifications & features

  • Adamya is 51 metres long, displacing approximately 320 tons.

  • It is powered by two 3,000 kW diesel engines, capable of a top speed of about 28 knots, and has an endurance of approximately 1,500 nautical miles at economical cruising speed.

  • The ship includes advanced indigenous features — it is the first in the Coast Guard to have two Controllable Pitch Propellers (CPPs) and matching gearboxes for enhanced manoeuvrability.

  • Weapon suite: a 30 mm CRN-91 gun, and two 12.7 mm stabilized remote-controlled machine guns, with modern fire control systems.

  • It is equipped with several automated and integrated systems: Integrated Bridge System, Integrated Platform Management System, Automated Power Management System, etc.

    • Operational details

    • The vessel will be based in Paradip, Odisha, under the operational control of the Commander, ICG Region (North East), via Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 7 (Odisha).

  • Crew composition: 5 officers and 34 personnel.

    • Strategic significance & context

    • Adamya is the first of eight FPVs being built under the Adamya-class by Goa Shipyard Limited, with over 60% indigenous content — a strong example of ‘Make in India’ / ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ in defence manufacturing.

  • The patrol vessel will enhance coastal surveillance, maritime zone policing, search and rescue operations, and protection of India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) along the eastern seaboard.

    • Conclusion

    With Adamya entering active service, the Indian Coast Guard strengthens its maritime capabilities significantly. The addition of this FPV underscores India’s push for indigenous defence production, improved coastal security, and readiness to respond to maritime challenges. Adamya’s induction is expected to contribute to safer, more secure, and cleaner seas in India’s maritime domain.