Sajag Offshore Patrol Vessel
Why in news ?
The Indian Coast Guard Ship (ICGS) Sajag, an Offshore Patrol Vessel, recently arrived at Port Sultan Qaboos, Muscat, Oman for a three-day visit as part of the overseas deployment of ICG ships to West Asia.
About ICGS Sajag
ICGS Sajag is part of the Indian Coast Guard fleet of OPVs, based on the West Coast of India in Porbandar, Gujarat, and operates under the operational command of Commander Coast Guard Region (North West). The ship is equipped with modern weapon systems, sensors, state-of-the-art navigation and communication systems, including an integral helicopter to support both surface and air operations. Sajag has undertaken various Coast Guard operations, including Coastal Security and IMBL / EEZ surveillance, anti-transnational crimes, and Maritime SAR and Pollution Response operations in the past.
Features:
- The ship is equipped with modern weapon systems, sensors, and state-of-the-art navigation and communication systems.
- It is propelled by two 9100 KW diesel engines and can attain a maximum speed of 26 knots.
- It has an endurance of 6000 nm at an economical speed.
- It is fitted with a 40/60 Bofors gun and two 12.7 mm guns.
- It is designed to carry one twin-engine helicopter and four high-speed boats, including two inflatable boats for boarding operations, search and rescue, law enforcement, and maritime patrol.
Source – PIB
