Vizagvision Kolkata :LAUNCH OF NEXT GENERATION OFFSHORE PATROL VESSEL (YARD 3037, SHRUTI AT M/s GRSE, KOLKATA Yard 3037 Shruti Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was launched at M/s GRSE, by Mrs Manika Sadhu, in the presence of Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, *Controller of Warship Production & Acquisition* . The event reflected the rich traditions, and ethos of the Indian Navy. Senior dignitaries from the *Indian Navy Ministry of Defence, and *GRSE* attended the occasion.The construction of NGOPVs is concurrently being undertaken at two shipyards (GSL, Goa & GRSE, Kolkata). These indigenously designed and built ships will augment the existing OPVs/ NOPVs for multi domain operations, such as maritime surveillance, search and rescue, protection of offshore assets, HADR and anti-piracy missions . These ships derive their name from India’s rich heritage, with this ship being named as Shruti referring to four Vedas . The crest design of the ship depicts the constellation of Ursa Major and a red & white coloured light house.The launch marks yet another significant milestone in Indian Navy’s pursuit towards indigenous shipbuilding and is in consonance with Government of India’s vision of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat ’ and ‘Make in India initiative.

Vizagvision Visakhapatnam:GM SCoR REVIEWS SAFETY PREPAREDNESS WITH FOCUS ON MAINTENANCE PRACTICES, MONSOON READINESS &LEVEL CROSSING SAFETY*General Manager, South Coast Railway, Shri Sandeep Mathur, chaired a comprehensive Safety Review Meeting with Principal Heads of Departments and Divisional Railway Managers of all four Divisions of South Coast Railway, focusing on strengthening safety systems through improved maintenance practices, enhanced preparedness for monsoon conditions and effective management of Level Crossing (LC) Gates.The meeting reviewed safety from a preventive and asset-management perspective and ensuring timely corrective action rather than responding only after incidents occur. GM Shri Sandeep Mathur directed all departments and Divisions to maintain continuous vigilance and ensure that safety protocols are translated into effective field-level practices.Officials were advised to closely monitor the condition of tracks, signalling and telecommunications equipment, electrical installations, bridges, yards, points and crossings, drainage systems and other critical infrastructure. He called for regular inspections, systematic preventive maintenance and prompt rectification of deficiencies. Field staff were advised to remain alert to early signs of deterioration and ensure that maintenance activities are carried out strictly as per prescribed standards and schedules. Reviewing the preparedness for continuing monsoon conditions, GM instructed officials to maintain close watch over vulnerable locations, waterlogging-prone areas, drainage arrangements, cuttings, bridges, yards and other critical railway assets. Adequate drainage and water evacuation arrangements were emphasized to prevent accumulation of water around tracks, RUBs and railway installations The meeting concluded with directions to all concerned departments and Divisions to strengthen monitoring mechanisms, improve maintenance standards and ensure effective implementation of safety measures, particularly during the monsoon season.