INSV Kaundinya successfully completed its maiden 18-day voyage from Porbandar to Muscat, showcasing India's ancient stitched-shipbuilding heritage and civilisational ties with Oman and the Gulf. Built without nails and inspired by Ajanta cave paintings, it symbolises indigenous craftsmans
INSV Kaundinya completed an 18-day voyage from Gujarat to Muscat and received a water salute. Sarbananda Sonowal called it a proud moment linked to PM Modi's vision to revive ancient shipbuilding. The stitched ship reflects India's maritime heritage and historic Gulf ties.
Smita Barooah, wife of INSV Kaundinya crew member and Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council member Sanjeev Sanyal, shared her emotions as the vessel completed its maiden voyage to Muscat. Sanyal praised the Indian Navy and credited the Prime Minister's support. Union Minister Sarbananda
INSV Kaundinya, the Indian Navy's indigenously built stitched sailing vessel, docked in Muscat after its maiden overseas voyage from Porbandar. The ship received a water salute. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal hailed it as a symbol of India's revived maritime heritage and shipbuilding tradition.
INSV Kaundinya, a traditional stitched sailing vessel, completed its voyage from Porbandar in Gujarat to Muscat, Oman, receiving a water salute. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal praised it as a symbol of India's revived ancient shipbuilding heritage inspired by Ajanta cave depictions.
he INSV 'Kaundinya', inspired by a 5th-century CE Ajanta Cave painting, is approaching the Omani shore, Prime Minister's Economic Advisory Council member Sanjeev Sanyal said on Wednesday.
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