Victoria, June 27 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday presented a 'Made in India' Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV), PS LESPWAR, alongside six ambulances, 10 utility vehicles and five laser radial boats to Seychelles to strengthen the island nation's maritime surveillance and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) patrol capabilities.

The high-level handing-over ceremony was conducted in the presence of Seychelles President Patrick Herminie at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base in Victoria on the initial day of the Prime Minister's official State Visit to the island nation.

The specialised maritime vessel was manufactured by Goa Shipyard Limited.

Detailing the milestone engagement, the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) posted on X, "Together as pa...