'Utkarsh', second Multi Purpose Vessel for Indian Navy, launched at L&T Kattupalli
106 m vessel built by a private Indian shipyard; contract signed on 25 March 2022.
Summary
Utkarsh, the second of two Multi Purpose Vessels being built by L&T Shipyard for the Indian Navy, was launched on 13 January 2025 at L&T, Kattupalli, Chennai, in the presence of Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh. The name 'Utkarsh' means 'Superior in Conduct'. The vessels will be able to tow ships, launch and recover targets, operate unmanned autonomous vehicles and serve as trial platforms for indigenous weapons and sensors. The 106 m vessels are designed for a maximum speed of 15 knots; the contract was signed between the Ministry of Defence and L&T Shipyard on 25 March 2022.
Key facts
- Launched
- 13 January 2025, L&T Kattupalli, Chennai
- Vessel
- Utkarsh, second of two Multi Purpose Vessels
- Meaning
- 'Superior in Conduct'
- Size and speed
- 106 m; up to 15 knots
- Contract
- MoD–L&T Shipyard, 25 March 2022
- Roles
- Towing, target launch/recovery, unmanned vehicles, weapon trials
Practice MCQs 2 questions
'Utkarsh', launched on 13 January 2025 at Kattupalli, is the second of two:
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Correct answer: C — Multi Purpose Vessels
PIB (MoD): Utkarsh is the second of two Multi Purpose Vessels built by L&T Shipyard for the Indian Navy.
Which shipyard is building the Multi Purpose Vessels, including 'Utkarsh', for the Indian Navy?
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Correct answer: C — L&T Shipyard
PIB: the vessels are being built by L&T Shipyard; Utkarsh was launched at L&T, Kattupalli, Chennai.