Saryu-class

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Description

The Saryu class offshore patrol vessels (OPVs) are highly advanced ships designed for the Indian Navy, built by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL). These patrol ships play a crucial role in ocean surveillance, securing shipping lanes, and protecting offshore oil installations and other naval assets.

Origins of the Saryu class can be traced back to the earlier Sankalp-class vessels which served the Indian Coast Guard. The design was perfected by GSL's in-house team, culminating in multiple vessels constructed at a total cost of around ₹2,452 crore. Each ship in the class runs on two powerful Pielstick diesel engines, delivering a significant combined output, and driving Wärtsilä controllable-pitch propellers for efficient maritime operations.

Construction on the inaugural vessel, INS Saryu, commenced with its launch on March 30, 2009, by the Navy Chief at the time, Admiral Sureesh Mehta. Following several years of work, INS Saryu joined the fleet on January 21, 2013. Subsequent ships followed, including INS Sunayna, which entered service later in September 2013, and the remaining fleet delivered at six-month intervals, concluding with INS Sumitra in July 2014. Also notable is the export of two ships to the Sri Lankan Navy between 2017 and 2018.

Throughout their operational history, the vessels have been active in maritime security operations including anti-piracy patrols. The primary operating countries for the Saryu class ships are India and Sri Lanka.

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