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News– The Indian Navy’s indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large), Ikshak, is set to be commissioned at Naval Base Kochi.
About Survey Vessel Ikshak
- Constructed by– Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., Kolkata, under the supervision of the Directorate of Ship Production and the Warship Overseeing Team (Kolkata).
- Indigenization: The vessel incorporates over 80% indigenous content.
- Class and Role: Ikshak is the third ship in the Survey Vessel (Large) class, designed for hydrographic survey operations to map coastal and oceanic waters, ensuring safe navigation and supporting maritime domain awareness.
- Dual-Role Capability: Besides its primary role, the ship can operate as a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) platform and serve as a Hospital Ship during emergencies.
- Inclusivity Feature: Ikshak is the first SVL ship to include dedicated accommodation for women officers and sailors, reflecting the Navy’s commitment to gender inclusivity and modernization.
