India, June 28 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday handed over the Made-in-India Fast Patrol Vessel (FPV) PS LESPWAR to the Seychelles Coast Guard, reaffirming India's commitment to strengthening maritime security and defence cooperation in the Indian Ocean region. The handover took place during Modi's three-day State Visit to Seychelles, where he is attending the island nation's Golden Jubilee National Day celebrations as the Guest of Honour.

The vessel was presented to Seychelles President Patrick Herminie during a ceremony at the Seychelles Coast Guard Base in Victoria. Built by Goa Shipyard Limited, the high-speed patrol vessel is designed to enhance Seychelles' maritime surveillance capabilities and improve patrolling across...