Panjim, Jan. 5 -- Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Monday commissioned Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) 'Samudra Pratap,' the first of a series of two Pollution Control Vessels (PCVs) being constructed by Goa Shipyard Limited. Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant was also present at the occasion.

Highlighting the capabilities of India's first indigenous pollution-control vessel, Rajnath Singh said the ship will bolster India's self-confidence.

"Commissioning of this ship will increase our strength. This ship is the symbol of our collective resolve. When this ship advances against the waves, then our Coast Guard and India's self-confidence will also be bolstered. I have been told that this ship is designed with a focus on pollution control, b...