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NAVAL MODERNISATION / MAKE IN INDIA

Indian Navy Ships: New Launches & Deliveries

Indian Navy’s ongoing modernisation plans are receiving a significant boost through the launch and deliveries of new indigenous ships. These recent additions to the fleet reflect the Navy’s commitment to enhancing its capabilities in the maritime domain. With each new vessel, the Navy gains enhanced operational reach, improved surveillance capabilities, and heightened deterrence. These developments align with India’s broader strategic goals, reinforcing its position as a dominant regional maritime power.

Issue: 3/2023 By SP’s CorrespondentPhoto(s): By Indian Navy

Launch of Second MCA Barge, Yard 76 (LSAM 8)

Second Missile Cum Ammunition (MCA) Barge, Yard 76 (LSAM 8) was launched on August 18, 2023. The availability of MCA Barges will provide impetus to Operational commitments of Indian Navy (IN) by facilitating Transportation, Embarkation and Disembarkation of articles/ammunition to IN Ships both alongside jetties and at outer harbours.

Launch of Y-3024 (Vindhyagiri)

Vindhyagiri, the sixth Stealth Frigate of Project 17A being built at GRSE, was launched on August 17, 2023. Project 17A Frigates are the follow-on class of the Project 17 (Shivalik Class) Frigates, with improved stealth features, advanced weapons & sensors and platform management systems. Seven Project 17A Frigates are under various stages of construction at MDL and GRSE. The design of Advanced Stealth Frigates also showcases the prowess of the Warship Design Bureau, in designing technologically advanced warships for the Indian Navy.

Launch of Second ACTCM Barge, Yard 126 (LSAM 16)

Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) Barge, Yard 126 (LSAM 16) was launched on July 19, 2023. The availability of ACTCM Barges will provide impetus to Operational commitments of Indian Navy (IN) by facilitating Transportation, Embarkation and Disembarkation of articles/ammunition to IN Ships both alongside jetties and at outer harbours.

Delivery of First MCA Barge, LSAM 7 (Yard 75)

First Barge of the series LSAM 7 (Yard 75) has been delivered to Indian Navy on July 18, 2023. The Barge has been built under the classification rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) with a service life of 30 years.

Launch of ‘Sanshodhak’, Fourth Ship of Survey Vessel (Large)

‘Sanshodhak’, the fourth of four ships of Survey Vessels (Large) (SVL) Project, being built by L&T/GRSE for Indian Navy was launched on June 13, 2023. The ship named ‘Sanshodhak’, meaning ‘Researcher’, signifies the primary role of the ship as a Survey Vessel. As per the build strategy, the first ship would be built at GRSE, Kolkata and construction of the remaining three ships upto outfitting stage, has been subcontracted to L&T Shipbuilding.

Launch of ‘Anjadip’ Third Ship of ASW SWC (GRSE)

‘Anjadip’, the 3rd of eight ships of ASW Shallow Water Craft (SWC) Project being built by GRSE for Indian Navy, was launched on June 13, 2023 at L&T. As per the build strategy, four ships are being built at GRSE, Kolkata and construction of balance four ships has been sub-contracted to L&T. Arnala class of ships will replace the in-service Abhay class ASW Corvettes of Indian Navy.

Delivery of First ACTCM Barge, LSAM 15 (Yard 125)

First Barge of the series LSAM 15 (Yard 125) has been delivered to Indian Navy on June 9, 2023. The Barge has been built under the classification rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) with a service life of 30 years. With all major/auxiliary equipment sourced from indigenous manufacturers, the Barge is proud flag bearer of ‘Make in India’ initiative of Ministry of Defence.