Ministry of Culture and Indian Navy Collaborate to Revive “Ancient Stitched Shipbuilding Method (Tankai Method)”
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The Ministry of Culture and the Indian Navy collaborated to revive the 2000-year-old 'Stitched Shipbuilding Method'.
An Overview of the News
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed on July 18, 2023 for 'Stitched Shipbuilding Method'.
'Stitched Shipbuilding Method':
In traditional shipbuilding techniques, wooden planks are stitched together without the use of nails.
Provides flexibility and stability, making vessels resilient to shallows and sandbars.
This declined with the arrival of European ships but small fishing boats survived in some Indian coastal areas.
Indian Navy Participation
The Indian Navy oversees the project because of its expertise in maritime security and shipbuilding.
Its objective is to ensure the successful implementation of the ancient sewing method.
Cultural Values and Heritage
For India, the revival of a vanishing art has significant cultural value.
It is part of India's rich maritime heritage.
It aims to create a sea-going wooden stitched sailing ship showcasing traditional craftsmanship.
Exploration of Historic Sea Routes
The ship will ply on ancient sea routes using traditional navigational techniques.
The project seeks to gain insight into the historical interactions, exchange of culture, knowledge, traditions and technologies in the Indian Ocean.
Preservation of Maritime Memory
Its importance lies in preserving maritime memory and fostering a sense of pride in India's heritage.
Its objective is to promote cultural relations among the littoral countries of the Indian Ocean.
Documentation and Cataloging
Detailed documentation and cataloguing of the project to preserve valuable information for future generations.
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