Prime Minister Narendra Modi hands over a “Made in India” patrol vessel to the Seychelles Coast Guard during a bilateral engagement focused on maritime security and development, the Ministry of External Affairs says. The handover includes multiple defence and support assets intended to strengthen Seychelles’ operational capabilities at sea. Along with the patrol vessel, Modi also delivers six ambulances, 10 utility vehicles, and five laser radial boats. The Ministry says the items are meant to support Seychelles’ development priorities and improve its security capacity. The Coast Guard acquisition is presented as part of wider cooperation between India and Seychelles, with the assets being provided as part of government-to-government assistance. The accounts also describe the transfer as contributing to Seychelles’ ability to respond to maritime needs, while the additional vehicles and medical transport are aimed at bolstering services on land. The MEA statement frames the assistance as enhancing practical capabilities rather than focusing on any specific incident or dispute, and both outlets align on the core elements of the handover: the patrol vessel and the accompanying fleet and support items.