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Rajnath Singh Commends Goa Shipyard, Lauds Maritime Security Role

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh addressed officials at Goa Shipyard Limited, highlighting its crucial contribution to India's maritime security and defence ecosystem. He commended GSL for earning national and international recognition, with its ships serving as symbols of sovereignty. Singh emphasized the need to counter non-traditional maritime threats and praised GSL's transformation and timely delivery of equipment. The minister also noted GSL's export project for Belgium and the shipyard's strong financial performance, pledging continued support from the Ministry of Defence.

Key Points: Rajnath Singh Hails Goa Shipyard Ahead of ICG Ship Commissioning

  • GSL praised for defence ecosystem role
  • ICG ship Samudra Pratap commissioning Monday
  • Focus on maritime threats & self-reliance
  • GSL building dredger for Belgium
  • Strong financial performance reported
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Defence Minister Rajnath Singh hails Goa Shipyard Limited ahead of ICG ship Samudra Pratap commissioning

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh praised Goa Shipyard Limited's role in maritime security and Aatmanirbhar Bharat ahead of commissioning ICG ship Samudra Pratap.

"Goa Shipyard Limited has earned recognition not only within the country but also internationally. - Rajnath Singh"

Dabolim, January 4

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Sunday hailed the contribution of Goa Shipyard Limited.

He said that GSL functions as an important part of the defence ecosystem, contributing significantly to the country's maritime security. The Defence Minister was addressing the officials and workers of Goa Shipyard Limited.

He is scheduled to commission the Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Pratap, the first of two pollution control vessels on Monday.

Addressing the Cultural Evening at GSL, Chicalim Goa, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said that, "Goa Shipyard Limited has earned recognition not only within the country but also internationally. The ships being built here for the Navy and the Coast Guard are symbols of our sovereignty."

Flagging the maritime threats, the Defence Minister said that, "Today, non-traditional threats at sea are also increasing. In such changing times, GSL has transformed itself. As a result of your efforts, we have not only delivered equipment to the forces on time, but have also taken strong steps towards an Aatmanirbhar Bharat."

"India today is becoming a proactive maritime nation. India's role in ensuring stability and cooperation across the entire Indian Ocean Region is steadily growing. In this context, institutions like GSL will have to support India's credibility in the future. We must move forward with state-of-the-art technology and AI-enabled equipment." Rajnath Singh added.

Concluding his remarks Defence Minister said, "I am pleased to know that GSL is building a high-technology dredger for Belgium. If we are to make India a developed nation by 2047, we will need to work like this and often even harder. The Ministry of Defence is ready to provide all possible support to you."

On the occasion, GSL CMD Brijesh Kumar Upadhyay shared upcoming project details.

He said, "In the last 15 months, GSL has launched ten ships, and in the past six months, three Fast Patrol Vessels and Pollution Control Vessel have been delivered. By June 2026, five Fast Patrol Vessels and one Pollution Control Vessel will be delivered."

"GSL's financial performance has also been consistently impressive. In the last financial year, GSL achieved the production value of Rs 2,801 crore and earned gross revenue of Rs 3,190 crore," said the Chairman and Managing Director of Goa Shipyard Limited.

- ANI

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Priya S
Very proud of GSL and its workers. The financial numbers are impressive too – over ₹3000 crore revenue! This shows how defence PSUs can be efficient and contribute to the economy. More power to them.
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Rahul R
Good step forward. But we must ensure this 'Aatmanirbharta' is real and not just assembling foreign parts. True indigenisation of critical tech like engines and sensors is the key. Hope GSL is focusing on that.
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Sarah B
The mention of AI-enabled equipment is crucial. The future of maritime security is tech-driven. Glad to see our leadership is thinking ahead. Pollution control vessels are also much needed for environmental protection.
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Aman W
Heartening to see a Goan shipyard doing so well on the global stage. Creates jobs and brings prestige to the state. Jai Hind! 🙏
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Karthik V
Timely delivery of ships is a big deal in defence. If GSL is managing that, it's a great sign of improved project management. Hope this efficiency becomes the norm across all our defence projects.

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