First next-gen missile vessel for Indian Navy keel laid at Cochin Shipyard

New Delhi, Sep 19 (UNI) The keel of the Indian Navy's first Next Generation Missile Vessel (NGMV) was laid at Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi, marking the formal commencement of construction of the advanced missile vessel project. The keel-laying ceremony was held in the presence of Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu, Controller of Warship Production and Acquisition, who was the chief guest. Senior officials from the Navy and CSL also attended the ceremony. The contract for construction of the NGMVs was signed with CSL in March 2023. The vessels are being designed to carry advanced weapons and sensor systems aimed at…