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The Indian Navy on Friday commissioned INS Anjadip, a new anti-submarine warfare vessel designed to strengthen coastal security and detect hostile submarines operating in shallow waters. The ship, often referred to as a “Dolphin Hunter” for its specialised role, is the third of eight vessels being built under the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project.
The commissioning ceremony was held at Chennai port in the presence of senior naval officers, government representatives and shipbuilding officials. Speaking on the occasion, Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, said the Navy is working towards becoming a 200-plus ship maritime force by 2035 and plans to induct 15 additional vessels in 2026.
Emphasising the growing focus on indigenous capability, he said the idea of Aatmanirbharta has evolved beyond “Make in India” to “Trust in India.” According to him, the Navy sees self-reliance not only as a strategic necessity but also as an investment in long-term national security, aiming to achieve complete self-reliance in shipbuilding at the component level and to become a fully indigenous force by 2047.
Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers, the warship is designed for operations in the littoral environment, the coastal and shallow waters that are critical to maritime security. The vessel is named after Anjadip Island, a historic island off the Karwar coast.
INS Anjadip has an indigenous content of over 80 per cent, reflecting the increasing use of domestically developed systems in naval platforms. According to the Navy, the ship integrates several indigenous technologies, including advanced sensors and combat systems.
The 77-metre-long vessel, with a displacement of about 1,400 tonnes, is configured for rapid response and sustained operations in coastal areas. It is equipped with an advanced combat management system, a modern ASW suite, and sensors, including the hull-mounted DRDO-developed Abhay sonar. The ship is also armed with lightweight torpedoes and anti-submarine rockets for engaging underwater threats.
INS Anjadip follows the induction of earlier ships in the class, including INS Arnala and INS Androth. These vessels are among the largest Indian naval warships powered by waterjets and equipped with advanced shallow-water sonar systems.
Apart from its primary anti-submarine warfare role, the ship can undertake coastal surveillance, low-intensity maritime operations, and search-and-rescue missions, enhancing the Navy’s ability to secure India’s near-shore waters.
Team BharatShakti
