Indigenous Hovercraft Construction For ICG Begins At Chowgule Shipyard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has commenced construction of its first indigenously built Air Cushion Vehicle (ACV), marking a significant advancement in India’s maritime defence capabilities and self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative.The Girder Laying and Commencement of Erection ceremony took place on July 30, 2025, at the Chowgule & Company Pvt Ltd shipyard in Goa, a milestone