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WITH COIR, KERALA CARPENTERS RECREATE ANCIENT VESSEL

WITH COIR, KERALA CARPENTERS RECREATE ANCIENT VESSEL Why in the News? Maiden voyage: The indigenous stitched sailing vessel INSV Kaundinya began its maiden voyage from Porbandar to Oman on December 29, 2025. Artisanal feat: Crafted using traditional stitched-plank techniques by a Kerala carpenter-led team, reviving ancient maritime skills while adhering to modern environmental clearance standards, …