The third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named 'Anjadip', was delivered to the Indian Navy on December 22, 2025, at INS Adyar, Chennai. The vessel was indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., Kolkata, in partnership with L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, under a public-private partnership model, classified under the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) Naval Rules. Anjadip is the third of eight ASW SWC vessels ordered under a contract that exemplifies India's push for naval self-reliance. With an overall length of 77 metres, it is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by a Diesel Engine–Waterjet propulsion system, which provides superior manoeuvrability in shallow coastal waters. The craft is equipped with advanced lightweight torpedoes, indigenously developed anti-submarine rockets (ASWROC), and shallow water sonar systems, enabling effective detection and engagement of underwater threats. The vessel features over 80 percent indigenous content, directly supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in the defence manufacturing sector. It was subsequently commissioned into the Indian Navy as INS Anjadip on February 27, 2026, at Chennai. The ASW SWC programme is critical for India's coastal and shallow water security, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region where Chinese submarine activity has increased significantly.
INS Anjadip: Third Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft Delivered to Indian Navy at Chennai, Showcasing Atmanirbhar Bharat in Defence
The third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named 'Anjadip', was delivered to the Indian Navy on December 22, 2025, at INS Adyar, Chennai. The vessel was indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., Kolkata, in partnership with L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, under a public-private partnership model, classified under the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) Naval Rules. Anjadip is the third of eight ASW SWC vessels ordered under a contract that exemplifies India's push for naval self-reliance. With an overall length of 77 metres, it is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by a Diesel Engine–Waterjet propulsion system, which provides superior manoeuvrability in shallow coastal waters. The craft is equipped with advanced lightweight torpedoes, indigenously developed anti-submarine rockets (ASWROC), and shallow water sonar systems, enabling effective detection and engagement of underwater threats. The vessel features over 80 percent indigenous content, directly supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in the defence manufacturing sector. It was subsequently commissioned into the Indian Navy as INS Anjadip on February 27, 2026, at Chennai. The ASW SWC programme is critical for India's coastal and shallow water security, particularly in the Indian Ocean Region where Chinese submarine activity has increased significantly.
Key facts
- Third ASW SWC 'Anjadip' was delivered to the Indian Navy at INS Adyar, Chennai on December 22, 2025.
- Built by GRSE in partnership with L&T Shipyard under a public-private partnership model.
- At 77 metres, it is the largest Indian Naval warship with diesel engine-waterjet propulsion.
- It features over 80% indigenous content with advanced torpedoes and anti-submarine rockets.
- Commissioned into Indian Navy as INS Anjadip on February 27, 2026 at Chennai.
- The ASW SWC programme is critical for India's coastal security amid rising Chinese submarine presence in IOR.
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INS Anjadip, the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, was designed and built by which shipyard?
INS Anjadip was indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., Kolkata, in partnership with L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, under a public-private partnership model.
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What is INS Anjadip and when was it delivered to the Indian Navy?
INS Anjadip is the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) indigenously built for the Indian Navy. It was delivered on December 22, 2025, at INS Adyar, Chennai, and commissioned on February 27, 2026.
Which shipyard built INS Anjadip and under what model?
INS Anjadip was built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., Kolkata, in partnership with L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, under a public-private partnership (PPP) model. It is classified under the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) Naval Rules.
What are the key technical features of INS Anjadip?
At 77 metres, INS Anjadip is the largest Indian Naval warship using diesel engine-waterjet propulsion. It carries over 80% indigenous content and is armed with advanced lightweight torpedoes and anti-submarine rockets, making it highly capable in shallow coastal waters.
What is the strategic significance of the ASW SWC programme for India?
The ASW SWC programme strengthens India's coastal security in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), which is witnessing increasing Chinese submarine activity. Eight such vessels have been ordered under the programme, supporting the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence manufacturing.
How does INS Anjadip reflect India's Atmanirbhar Bharat vision in defence?
INS Anjadip embodies the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision with over 80% indigenous content, built through a domestic public-private partnership. It demonstrates India's growing capability to design and manufacture advanced naval warships locally, reducing dependence on foreign defence platforms.
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