Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, delivered the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named INS Anjadip, to the Indian Navy at Chennai Port on December 22, 2025. The delivery marks the 115th warship built by GRSE and the 77th vessel delivered to the Indian Navy, making it the fifth warship handover by GRSE in 2025 alone — a significant achievement in India's defence shipbuilding history. The ASW SWC class is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by waterjets, measuring approximately 77 metres in length. Anjadip carries over 80% indigenous content, including an indigenously developed 30 mm Naval Surface Gun manufactured by GRSE itself — reflecting India's progress in naval defence self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. The ship is equipped with state-of-the-art Lightweight Torpedoes, indigenously designed Anti-Submarine Rockets, and shallow water SONAR systems, enabling effective detection and engagement of underwater threats in coastal waters. The vessel will significantly strengthen the Indian Navy's anti-submarine warfare, coastal surveillance, and mine-laying capabilities. The ASW SWC class is capable of conducting comprehensive sub-surface surveillance, search-and-attack missions, and coordinated anti-submarine operations alongside aircraft. A total of eight ASW SWCs have been ordered by the Navy from GRSE. The deliveries are critical as India faces growing sub-surface security challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), with China significantly expanding its submarine fleet and presence. GRSE, headquartered in Kolkata, is India's premier warship builder and has delivered ships for the Navy, Coast Guard, and export customers. The completion of this delivery series demonstrates India's growing indigenous naval construction capability under the Make in India defence programme.
GRSE Delivers Third ASW Shallow Water Craft 'Anjadip' to Indian Navy; Over 80% Indigenous Content Marks Milestone in Atmanirbhar Bharat Defence Shipbuilding
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), a Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, delivered the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), named INS Anjadip, to the Indian Navy at Chennai Port on December 22, 2025. The delivery marks the 115th warship built by GRSE and the 77th vessel delivered to the Indian Navy, making it the fifth warship handover by GRSE in 2025 alone — a significant achievement in India's defence shipbuilding history. The ASW SWC class is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by waterjets, measuring approximately 77 metres in length. Anjadip carries over 80% indigenous content, including an indigenously developed 30 mm Naval Surface Gun manufactured by GRSE itself — reflecting India's progress in naval defence self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative. The ship is equipped with state-of-the-art Lightweight Torpedoes, indigenously designed Anti-Submarine Rockets, and shallow water SONAR systems, enabling effective detection and engagement of underwater threats in coastal waters. The vessel will significantly strengthen the Indian Navy's anti-submarine warfare, coastal surveillance, and mine-laying capabilities. The ASW SWC class is capable of conducting comprehensive sub-surface surveillance, search-and-attack missions, and coordinated anti-submarine operations alongside aircraft. A total of eight ASW SWCs have been ordered by the Navy from GRSE. The deliveries are critical as India faces growing sub-surface security challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), with China significantly expanding its submarine fleet and presence. GRSE, headquartered in Kolkata, is India's premier warship builder and has delivered ships for the Navy, Coast Guard, and export customers. The completion of this delivery series demonstrates India's growing indigenous naval construction capability under the Make in India defence programme.
Key facts
- GRSE delivered INS Anjadip, third ASW Shallow Water Craft, to the Indian Navy on December 22, 2025.
- Anjadip is the 115th warship built by GRSE and 5th warship handover in 2025.
- The vessel carries over 80% indigenous content supporting Atmanirbhar Bharat in defence.
- It is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by waterjets at approximately 77 metres length.
- It is equipped with lightweight torpedoes, indigenous anti-submarine rockets, and shallow water SONAR.
- Eight ASW SWCs have been ordered from GRSE amid growing Chinese submarine activity in the Indian Ocean.
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GRSE, which delivered INS Anjadip, is a Defence PSU headquartered in which city?
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) is a Defence Public Sector Undertaking headquartered in Kolkata.
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Frequently asked questions
When did GRSE deliver INS Anjadip to the Indian Navy and what milestone does it represent?
GRSE delivered INS Anjadip — the third ASW Shallow Water Craft — to the Indian Navy on December 22, 2025 at Chennai Port. It is the 115th warship built by GRSE and its 5th warship handover in 2025 alone, marking a record year for Indian naval shipbuilding.
What is the indigenous content percentage in INS Anjadip and how does it support Atmanirbhar Bharat?
Anjadip carries over 80% indigenous content, including GRSE-designed waterjets, indigenous anti-submarine rockets, and shallow water SONAR systems. This directly supports India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence manufacturing by reducing reliance on foreign technology.
What unique technical feature does the ASW Shallow Water Craft class possess?
The ASW SWC class is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by waterjets, measuring approximately 77 metres in length. Waterjet propulsion provides high manoeuvrability in shallow coastal waters, which is essential for anti-submarine operations.
What weapons and sensors does INS Anjadip carry for anti-submarine warfare?
INS Anjadip is equipped with lightweight torpedoes, indigenous anti-submarine rockets, and a shallow water SONAR system. Together these systems allow the vessel to detect and engage submarines in coastal and littoral environments.
How many ASW Shallow Water Craft has GRSE been contracted to build and why?
GRSE has received an order for eight ASW Shallow Water Craft from the Indian Navy. The order was placed amid growing Chinese submarine activity in the Indian Ocean Region, and these vessels are part of India's strategy to strengthen coastal anti-submarine warfare.
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