Goa, May 22 -- The Indian Navy has officially inducted INSV Kaundinya, a remarkable sailing vessel meticulously reconstructed using ancient Indian shipbuilding techniques. As a tribute to India's maritime heritage, the ship is inspired by a 5th-century CE vessel depicted in the Ajanta Caves, embodying the country's rich seafaring traditions. Unlike modern ships, INSV Kaundinya was built using the traditional "stitched ship" method, where wooden planks are joined not with nails or metal fastenings but are carefully stitched together using coir rope, coconut fiber, and natural resin. This intricate craftsmanship was led by master shipwright Shri Babu Sankaran and a skilled team of artisans from Kerala. The project began in July 2023 through...