ICG Ship Samudra Paheredar

• Context (PIB): The Indian Coast Guard ship Samudra Paheredar arrived at Manila Bay, Philippines, to demonstrate ICG Marine Pollution Response capabilities.
• The ICG ship is on an overseas deployment to ASEAN countries, including the Philippines, Vietnam, and Brunei. It marks the 3^rd consecutive deployment by the ICG to ASEAN countries.
• Additionally, 25 National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets participate in the “Puneet Sagar Abhiyan” initiative during the visit.

ICGS Samudra Paheredar

• ICGS Samudra Paheredar is a specialized Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) dedicated to environmental protection and pollution response at sea.
• It is the 2^nd PCV of India, commissioned in 2012 following ICGS Samudra Prahari.
• The vessel was indigenously built by ABG Shipyard, located in Surat, Gujarat.
• The ship is stationed on the East Coast of India in Vishakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
• The ship measures 94.10 meters in length and has a maximum displacement of 4,300 tons.
• It is powered by 3,000-kilowatt twin diesel engines, augmented by twin shaft generators, enabling it to achieve a maximum speed of 21 knots.
• At economical speed, the vessel has an impressive endurance of 6,500 nautical miles and can remain at sea for up to 20 days.
• It boasts a substantial storage capacity of 502 kilolitres, facilitating efficient oil-recovery operations.
• ICGS Samudra Paheredar is capable of operating one twin-engine ALH/Chetak helicopter, enhancing its operational capabilities and versatility.

Chetak Helicopter Also known as the HAL Chetak, serves as a high-performance, all-weather utility helicopter. Originally manufactured in France, it was later produced under license by Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) in India. Range: Can cover up to 500 km. Top Speed: Reaches a maximum speed of 185 km per hour. Capacity: Accommodates 7 people, including 2 pilots.

Indian Coast Guard (ICG)

• Formally established in 1978 by the Coast Guard Act 1978.
• Operates under the Ministry of Defence.
• Headed by the Director General Indian Coast Guard (DGICG).
• Mission: Safeguarding India’s maritime interests and enforcing maritime law.
• Jurisdiction: Covers India’s territorial waters, contiguous zone, and exclusive economic zone.
• Roles: Search and rescue operations, maritime law enforcement, pollution control, marine environmental protection, and coastal security.

Puneet Sagar Abhiyan The National Cadet Corps (NCC) initiated the Puneet Sagar Abhiyan in 2021. The primary objective is to clean up plastic and other waste materials from water bodies, including seashores, beaches, rivers, and lakes. The campaign, which started as a 1-month initiative, gained substantial traction, prompting its extension as a year-round Pan-India campaign. National Cadet Corps (NCC) It is the youth wing of the Indian Armed Forces, headquartered in New Delhi. The NCC’s aims, established in 1988, focus on character development, comradeship, discipline, a secular outlook, and a patriotic spirit.It operates on a voluntary basis and includes school and college students. As a Tri-Services Organization, it encompasses the Army, Navy, and Air Force. Cadets receive basic military training, including small arms handling and drill exercises.