16 June 2024 PIB
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1. “India set to be the 6th country to have its own Deep Sea Mission” says Dr. Jitendra Singh

1.“India set to be the 6th country to have its own Deep Sea Mission” says Dr. Jitendra Singh

Syllabus: GS-3, Science and Technology

Prelims: Achievements of Indians in Science & Technology

 

India’s Deep Sea Mission Progress:

 

• Announcement: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, announced that India is set to become the 6th country with its own Deep Sea Mission.
• Significance: The mission highlights India’s progress in deep-sea exploration and aims to bolster the blue economy, empowering those dependent on ocean resources.

 

Key Highlights of the Deep Sea Mission:

 

• Mission Objectives:

• • • Not limited to mineral exploration.
    • Development of ocean sciences.
    • Exploration and conservation of marine biodiversity.

• Technological Advancements:

• • Matsyayaan 6000: Developed by the National Institute of Ocean Technology (NIOT), capable of diving 6000 meters deep.
  • Titanium Hull: Collaboration with ISRO to withstand extreme pressure.
  • Self-Floatation Technology: Designed to handle emergencies and remain submerged for up to 72 hours.
  • 4-hour Descent: Significant progress in the descent capabilities of the Yaan.

 

Impact and Future Goals:

 

• • Economic Contribution: The Deep Sea Mission is expected to greatly enhance the Indian economy through:
    • Exploration and commercial exploitation of rare earth metals.
    • Discovery of metals and polymetallic nodules in the Indian seabed.

• Future Milestones:

• • Completion of the first stage of harbor trials by September 2024.
  • Subsequent trials to be completed by 2026.

Directive for Indigenous Technology: Dr. Jitendra Singh urged scientists and officials to develop indigenous technology to reduce India’s dependence on foreign technology.

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