Hyderabad, Dec. 16 -- The Andhra Pradesh government has approved a proposal for establishment of India's first dedicated autonomous maritime shipyard and systems development centre at Juvvaladinne Fishing Harbour in Bogole mandal of Nellore district, an official statement said on Monday.

The proposed facility, to be set up by Sagar Defence Engineering Private Limited, is a major milestone for India's maritime and defence manufacturing ecosystem and it positions Andhra Pradesh as a key destination for next-generation maritime and autonomous systems development, the statement said.

It will be developed as a specialised shipyard focused exclusively on autonomous and unmanned maritime platforms. It is expected to generate employment for aro...