Chennai, Jan 9 (UNI) Union Minister of Earth Sciences, Science and
Technology and Health and Family Welfare Dr Harsh Vardhan on Saturday
dedicated the Coastal Research Vessel (CRV) 'Sagar Anveshika' to the
Nation at the Chennai Port.
Speaking on the occasion, he said Sagar Anveshika was equipped with
advanced navigation systems as well as research and exploration
apparatus.
Apart from enhancing multi-disciplinary oceanographic research along
the Indian coast, it would also deepen our understanding of the ocean
and help harness its enormous potential.
He said the state-of-the-art vessel will transform our ocean research
activities and boost our blue economy.
Later, at an event at the CLRI, Dr Harsh Vardhan launched the Indian
footwear sizing system and fashion forecasting card.
He also inspected the Foot Scanning Machine at CLRI.
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