Chief of Naval Staff Dinesh K Tripathi on Friday commissioned INS Anjadip, the third vessel under the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project, at Chennai Port.
With its induction into the Eastern Naval Command, the Indian Navy has further strengthened its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) capabilities. The commissioning ceremony marked a significant milestone in enhancing coastal defence preparedness.
Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), INS Anjadip is part of an eight-ship ASW-SWC project aimed at boosting India’s capability to detect and neutralise enemy submarines in shallow and coastal waters. The vessel has been specifically designed to address challenges in the littoral combat environment.
Described as a “Dolphin Hunter”, the warship is equipped with an advanced indigenous ASW weapons and sensor suite. It features the Hull Mounted Sonar ‘Abhay’, along with lightweight torpedoes and ASW rockets for underwater combat operations.
Beyond its primary anti-submarine role, INS Anjadip is capable of undertaking coastal surveillance, Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO), and Search and Rescue missions. The 77-metre-long vessel is powered by a high-speed water-jet propulsion system, enabling it to reach speeds of up to 25 knots, ensuring rapid response capability.
Named after Anjadip Island off the coast of Karwar, the ship’s induction is expected to significantly bolster maritime security, particularly along India’s coastal approaches, including the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry areas.
The Navy said the commissioning underscores India’s growing self-reliance in defence manufacturing under the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, highlighting the success of indigenous warship design and construction as the force moves towards becoming a formidable “Builder’s Navy.”