The Indian Navy on Friday commissioned INS Anjadip, an anti-submarine warfare shallow watercraft, at Chennai Port. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi inducted the warship in the presence of senior naval and government officials, marking another step in strengthening India’s maritime preparedness.
Built for shallow water warfare
INS Anjadip is the third of eight vessels being constructed under the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft project (ASW-SWC). Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata, the ship is designed to enhance the Navy’s ability to detect and counter submarines operating close to the coast.
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The 77-metre-long vessel is equipped with a high-speed water jet propulsion system and can achieve speeds of up to 25 knots. It carries an indigenous anti-submarine warfare weapons and sensor package, including the hull-mounted sonar ‘Abhay’. The ship is armed with lightweight torpedoes and anti-submarine warfare rockets, enabling it to detect, track and neutralise enemy submarines in coastal and shallow waters. Its specialised role has earned it the nickname “Dolphin Hunter”, PTI reported.
#INSAnjadip commissioned into the Indian Navy on #27Feb 26 at Chennai at a ceremony presided over by Adm Dinesh K Tripathi, #CNS, the Chief Guest.
— SpokespersonNavy (@indiannavy) February 28, 2026
Built by @OfficialGRSE in partnership with L&T Kattupalli, the commissioning marks a major boost to India’s anti-submarine warfare… pic.twitter.com/VPeP9c1JHU
Beyond anti-submarine operations
Apart from its core anti-submarine function, INS Anjadip can undertake low-intensity maritime operations and search and rescue missions. The Navy described the vessel as a modern platform built to operate effectively in littoral environments, which are considered critical for maritime security.
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The ship is named after Anjadip Island, located off the coast of Karwar in north Karnataka in the Arabian Sea. Its induction strengthens the Navy’s capacity to safeguard coastal regions, including Tamil Nadu and Puducherry.
Speaking at the ceremony, Admiral Tripathi said the Navy plans to induct 15 more ships this year. He underlined the vessel’s agility and combat readiness and emphasised that self-reliance, or Atma Nirbharta, represents trust in India’s own capabilities. He also highlighted the Navy’s responsibility in protecting the country’s maritime trade routes.
