Indian Navy takes delivery of domestically built ASW shallow water craft Anjadip

The Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) is celebrating the delivery of the anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (ASW SWC) Anjadip as a moment of pride. The vessel, the third of eight ASW SWC vessels, has been domestically designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., Kolkata, in accordance with the IRS Naval Rules.

With an overall length of 77 meters, Anjadip is the largest Indian Navy warship propelled by a diesel engine – waterjet propulsion system, which provides superior maneuverability and performance in shallow waters.

The vessel has been designed to undertake underwater surveillance and anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operations in shallow coastal waters. It is also capable of conducting low intensity maritime operations (LIMO), advanced mine-laying missions and search and rescue (SAR) missions.

The induction of IRS-classed ASW SWC ships will significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s shallow water anti-submarine warfare capabilities, strengthening coastal security and maritime preparedness.

Cdr K.K. Dhawan, head – defence at IRS said, “IRS remains committed to supporting indigenous shipbuilding and naval capability development through robust classification, technical expertise, and assurance of safety and quality, in alignment with India’s vision of self-reliance in defense manufacturing.”.

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