Indian Navy commissions Anjadip, third indigenous anti-submarine shallow water craft

The Hindu
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India delivered Anjadip, the third indigenous anti-submarine shallow water craft, enhancing naval anti-submarine capabilities.
Indian Navy commissions Anjadip, third indigenous anti-submarine shallow water craft
A What happened
The Indian Navy received Anjadip, the third of eight anti-submarine shallow water crafts built indigenously by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE). The vessel, about 77 meters long and propelled by waterjets, is armed with lightweight torpedoes, indigenously developed anti-submarine rockets, and shallow-water sonar. It will enhance anti-submarine warfare, coastal surveillance, and mine-laying missions. The project is a public-private partnership effort reflecting India's push for self-reliance in defense manufacturing. The ship carries over 80% indigenous components, aligning with the national 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' vision.

Key insights

  • 1

    Progress in Indigenous Naval Capabilities: The delivery of Anjadip underscores India's growing competence in designing and manufacturing complex naval vessels domestically, reducing reliance on foreign suppliers.

  • 2

    Enhancement of Shallow Water Anti-Submarine Warfare: Anjadip’s advanced sonar and weapon systems tailored for shallow water environments improve the Navy's ability to detect and neutralize underwater threats near the coastline.

  • 3

    Public-Private Partnership Efficacy: Collaboration between GRSE and L&T Shipyard illustrates a successful model for scaling up domestic defense production leveraging private sector capabilities.

Takeaways

Anjadip's commissioning marks a significant milestone in India's indigenous naval shipbuilding, enhancing anti-submarine warfare and coastal security.

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