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The INS Sagardhwani recently made a visit to Cam Ranh, Vietnam, marking an important step in deepening scientific collaboration between India and Vietnam, particularly in marine research.
About INS Sagardhwani
- The INS Sagardhwani is an oceanographic research vessel commissioned in July 1994 for marine scientific exploration.
- It was designed by the Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory (NPOL), Kochi, and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE).
- The term Sagardhwani means the “voice of the sea”, symbolising the vessel’s role in marine scientific research and exploration.
- It is equipped with advanced oceanographic instruments and research laboratories for conducting studies at sea.
- The vessel has completed over 200 scientific missions, mainly in marine acoustics and naval oceanography.
- Its research supports the development of theoretical models used in naval sensors and weapon systems.
- INS Sagardhwani has participated in the Sagar Maitri initiative, a collaborative effort of the Indian Navy and DRDO.
- The initiative aligns with India’s vision of MAHASAGAR (Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions).
- It promotes regional cooperation in ocean research and scientific collaboration, especially among Indian Ocean Rim nations.
