Indian Navy Strengthens Anti-Submarine Preparedness With Commissioning Of INS Mangrol At Mumbai
Mumbai: The Indian Navy commissioned the third anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (ASW-SWC), INS Mangrol, at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, on Monday. The maritime armed force aims to strengthen its defence capability in littoral waters with the newest indigenous vessel. Third Mahe-Class Vessel Commissioned INS Mangrol is the third vessel of the Mahe-class, which can detect and counter…
The Indian Navy recently commissioned its third anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft, INS Mangrol, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. The vessel is part of the Mahe-class and is designed to enhance the Navy's defense capability in coastal and shallow waters. INS Mangrol is equipped with advanced weaponry and sensors, including the Abhay Hull-Mounted Sonar and an indigenous anti-submarine rocket launcher.
Built with over 80% indigenous components, the 78.8-meter-long vessel is powered by three diesel engines with waterjet propulsion, offering high maneuverability in confined spaces. This newest addition to the fleet will bolster the Navy's anti-submarine warfare capabilities, particularly in regions where larger warships may face limitations.
Western Naval Command's flag officer commanding-in-chief, Vice Adm. Sanjay Vatsayan, presided over the commissioning ceremony and emphasized the significance of the ship amid rising geopolitical tensions and an increasingly contested maritime environment.
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