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10 September 2026

GRSE launch of Sagar Manthan research vessel

The launch of the Sagar Manthan vessel is a specific example of India's progress in indigenous deep-sea exploration and scientific research, serving as useful context for questions on technology and resource management.

1 min read Day 3 of 3 1 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) has launched the indigenous ocean research vessel 'Sagar Manthan'.
  • The vessel is being constructed for the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR).
  • The project is valued at ₹840 crore.
  • The vessel is scheduled to be operational by early 2028.
  • The initiative aims to enhance India's capabilities in deep-sea exploration and scientific research.

Part of a longer story

This is day 3 of 3 in India Maritime and Shipbuilding Sector Expansion, which has been running since 24 August 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the significance of indigenous research vessels in enhancing India's deep-sea exploration capabilities and their role in fulfilling the objectives of the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research (NCPOR). 150 words
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Prelims

  1. The research vessel 'Sagar Manthan', recently launched by GRSE, is being built for which of the following organizations?

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