Strengthening Coastal Anti-Submarine Warfare Capability: INS Anjadip

Context

The Indian Navy is set to induct Anjadip, the third platform under the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) programme, into active service under the Eastern Naval Command, enhancing India’s preparedness in coastal and littoral maritime zones.

Platform Overview

Anjadip is a modern shallow-water anti-submarine combat vessel designed for effective operations in near-shore and littoral regions. It carries forward the legacy of its namesake Petya-class corvette that was decommissioned in 2003, reflecting continuity in naval tradition.

Design and Construction Framework

The vessel has been indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
Its construction followed a Public–Private Partnership (PPP) model, with L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli, contributing to hull construction, highlighting growing private sector participation in defence manufacturing.

Programme Status

Fleet Position: Anjadip is the third vessel in a planned fleet of eight ASW-SWC platforms.
Earlier Inductions: Other ships from this class that have already been launched or commissioned include Mahe and Malvan.

Operational Significance

Mission Orientation: The vessel is tailored to counter submarine threats in shallow and congested maritime environments, particularly along India’s coastline.
Combat Role: Designed as a specialised “submarine hunter”, it enhances detection, tracking, and neutralisation capabilities against underwater threats in coastal approaches.

Technical Capabilities

Size: Approximately 77 metres in length.
Mobility: Powered by a water-jet propulsion system, making it the largest class of Indian naval warships employing this technology.
Performance: Capable of achieving speeds up to 25 knots.
Weapons Suite: Equipped with lightweight torpedoes, indigenously developed anti-submarine rockets, and mine-laying capability.
Detection Systems: Fitted with the hull-mounted Abhay sonar, optimised for shallow-water detection.
Expanded Roles: In addition to ASW, the vessel can conduct coastal surveillance, low-intensity maritime operations, and search and rescue missions.

Source : PIB