Commissioning at Chennai Port
INS Anjadip Enhances India Coastal Anti Submarine Shield: The Indian Navy will commission INS Anjadip on February 27, 2026, at Chennai Port. The ceremony will be presided over by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff. The vessel is the third ship under the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) Project.
This induction strengthens India’s coastal defence grid and enhances preparedness against submarine threats in shallow waters. It also reflects India’s commitment to self-reliant defence manufacturing.
Static GK fact: The Indian Navy was formally established in 1612 as the East India Company’s Marine and is headquartered in New Delhi.
Key Specifications and Design
INS Anjadip measures 77 metres in length and can achieve a top speed of 25 knots. It is powered by a high-speed Water-Jet propulsion system, enabling rapid manoeuvrability in shallow coastal waters.
The ship is designed specifically for littoral operations, where submarine detection is more challenging due to shallow depths and dense maritime activity. Its compact size ensures agility in constrained environments.
Static GK Tip: One knot equals 1.852 km per hour, a standard unit of maritime speed.
Indigenous Manufacturing Push
The vessel has been constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata. The project represents a major milestone under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence production.
The ASW-SWC Project highlights India’s growing expertise in indigenous warship design and domestic defence manufacturing. It aligns with the vision of transforming India into a “Builder’s Navy.”
Static GK fact: GRSE was established in 1884 and operates under the Ministry of Defence.
Advanced Combat Systems
INS Anjadip is engineered as a “Dolphin Hunter,” built to detect and neutralise underwater threats. It is equipped with the Hull Mounted Sonar Abhay, lightweight torpedoes, and ASW rockets.
The indigenous sensor suite enhances detection capabilities in complex seabed conditions. These technologies enable precise tracking of enemy submarines in shallow waters.
Anti-Submarine Warfare plays a critical role in protecting sea lanes and coastal infrastructure. India’s long coastline increases the importance of such specialised vessels.
Static GK fact: India has a coastline of approximately 7,516 km, including island territories.
Multi Role Operational Capability
Beyond its primary ASW role, the vessel can undertake Coastal Surveillance, Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO), and Search and Rescue (SAR) missions.
It will operate under the Eastern Naval Command, which oversees India’s eastern maritime frontier. The command headquarters is located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
The eastern seaboard is strategically vital due to busy trade routes and proximity to the Bay of Bengal, a key maritime zone in the Indo-Pacific region.
Importance of Littoral Warfare
Littoral waters are shallow coastal regions where sonar performance is affected by seabed variations and heavy commercial traffic. These conditions create opportunities for stealth submarine movement.
Specialised vessels like INS Anjadip are therefore essential for maintaining maritime dominance and coastal security. The commissioning marks a strategic step in strengthening India’s underwater defence shield.
Static Usthadian Current Affairs Table
INS Anjadip Enhances India Coastal Anti Submarine Shield:
| Topic | Detail |
| Ship Name | INS Anjadip |
| Commission Date | February 27, 2026 |
| Project | Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) |
| Builder | Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers, Kolkata |
| Length | 77 metres |
| Top Speed | 25 knots |
| Key System | Hull Mounted Sonar Abhay |
| Operational Command | Eastern Naval Command |
| Strategic Focus | Anti-Submarine Warfare in littoral waters |
