INS Malvan Commissioned: Boosts Navy's Anti-Submarine Warfare
UPSC / SSC current affairs note · Security
Why in news
INS Malvan, the second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, was commissioned into the Indian Navy at Karwar. This enhances coastal security and underscores India's indigenous defence manufacturing under 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat'.
Background
The Mahe-class ASW-SWC are indigenously built shallow water craft designed for anti-submarine operations in coastal waters. INS Malvan is the second of its class, following INS Mahe.
Key facts
INS Malvan is the second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC).
It was commissioned at Karwar, Karnataka.
The ship is indigenously built, supporting the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.
It boosts the Indian Navy's anti-submarine warfare capabilities in shallow waters.
The craft enhances coastal security and surveillance.
Prelims pointers
- INS Malvan
- Mahe-class ASW-SWC
- Commissioned at Karwar
- Aatmanirbhar Bharat
- Indian Navy
Mains angles
- Discuss the significance of indigenous defence manufacturing for India's security.
- Analyze the role of shallow water anti-submarine craft in coastal defence.