Indian Coast Guard inducts first of six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles in Goa
On 18 June 2026 in Goa, the Indian Coast Guard inducted the first of six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles being built by Chowgule & Company Private Limited.
Summary
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) inducted the first of six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles (ACVs), or hovercraft, being built by Chowgule & Company Private Limited, into service in Goa on 18 June 2026. The Ministry of Defence said the hovercraft will enhance the ICG's effectiveness across a broad range of maritime duties and furthers the vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The ceremony was attended by senior ICG officials and shipbuilding industry representatives.
Key facts
- Inducted
- Goa, 18 June 2026
- Platform
- Air Cushion Vehicle (hovercraft)
- Order
- First of six indigenous ACVs
- Builder
- Chowgule & Company Private Limited
Practice MCQs 2 questions
Which company is building the six indigenous Air Cushion Vehicles for the Indian Coast Guard, the first of which was inducted in June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Chowgule & Company Private Limited
The ACVs are being constructed by Chowgule & Company Private Limited.
Where was the first indigenous Air Cushion Vehicle of the Indian Coast Guard inducted on 18 June 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Goa
The first ACV was inducted into service in Goa on 18 June 2026.