What happened:
On December 29, 2025, The Indian Navy’s stitched-plank sailing vessel, INSV Kaundinya, will embark on her first overseas journey from Porbandar, Gujarat, to Muscat, Oman, retracing historic maritime routes that connected India with the Indian Ocean world.
Why it matters to India:
Built using ancient stitched-plank techniques with coconut coir ropes and natural resins, INSV Kaundinya revives India’s shipbuilding heritage and demonstrates the blend of traditional craftsmanship with modern naval expertise. The voyage highlights India’s maritime legacy and reinforces efforts to rediscover and preserve indigenous knowledge systems.