Union Minister Kiren Rijiju visited the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT) in Chennai, where he unveiled 'Matsya 6000', a submersible part of India's ambitious 'Samudrayaan Mission.' This mission aims to explore the depths of the ocean, sending three humans to a depth of 6 km for deep-sea exploration and biodiversity assessments.
Matsya 6000 is India's first manned deep ocean mission. Earth Sciences Minister Rijiju reviewed the submersible and shared pictures on social media. The submersible is under construction at NIOT and will play a pivotal role in the Samudrayaan Mission. It can operate for 12 hours under normal conditions and up to 96 hours during emergencies, ensuring human safety during deep-sea expeditions.
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Minister Rijiju emphasized that the Deep Ocean Mission aligns with India's 'Blue Economy' vision, promoting sustainable utilization of ocean resources for economic growth, livelihood improvement, job creation, and the preservation of the ocean ecosystem. The mission's target completion date is set for 2026.
Apart from scientific research, the mission will aid in the exploration of mineral-rich resources like Nickel, Cobalt, Rare Earths, and Manganese, along with sample collection for analysis. It will also drive innovations in underwater engineering, benefiting sectors such as asset inspection, tourism, and ocean literacy.
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The mission involves the development of a 6000-meter depth-rated Integrated Mining Machine and unmanned vehicles for deep-sea resource exploration and biodiversity assessment. These initiatives mark India's commitment to exploring the uncharted depths of the ocean, all while preserving its delicate ecosystem.
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