Induction of New VLGC Boosts India’s Maritime Self-Reliance
India has bolstered its maritime capabilities with the induction of the “Shivalik,” its third Very Large Gas Carrier (VLGC), at Visakhapatnam Port. This 225-meter vessel, built in South Korea, enhances energy security and self-reliance, marking a significant step in India’s global energy presence under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s leadership.

