SOURCE: AFI
A significant milestone in India’s deep-sea exploration was achieved today as the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) Secretary, Dr M Ravichandran, along with Mission Director Dr M V Ramanamurthy, witnessed the integration of the indigenously-developed deep-ocean human scientific submersible Matsya6000 at the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT).
The Matsya6000, a pioneering project undertaken by NIOT, is designed to dive to depths of up to 6,000 meters. This submersible will play a crucial role in scientific research, resource exploration, and disaster management in the deep ocean.
Dr Ravichandran, accompanied by NIOT Director Dr R Balaji and Project Director Dr N Vedachalam, inspected the human cabin of the Matsya6000. During the visit, he engaged in discussions with the project team, gaining insights into the development and capabilities of this remarkable submersible.
The wet test of Matsya6000 is scheduled to take place in October 2024. This crucial phase will evaluate the submersible’s performance and readiness for deep-sea operations.
The successful integration of Matsya6000 marks a significant step forward for India’s marine science research. It demonstrates the country’s growing capabilities in ocean technology and its commitment to exploring the vast depths of the seas.