Recently, the Indian Navy has received the second indigenously built anti-submarine warfare-shallow watercraft INS Andorth.
About INS Androth:
It draws its name from Androth Island in the Lakshadweep archipelago.
It is the second of eight anti-submarine warfare-shallow watercraft (ASW-SWC) built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
The ASW SWC ships have been indigenously designed and constructed as per the Classification Rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS)at GRSE, Kolkata
Features of INS Androth
It is approximately 77 meters in length and it is the largest Indian Naval warships.
Propulsion: The ship is propelled by a diesel engine-waterjet combination, which allows for high speed and efficient maneuverability in shallow waters.
Armament: It is equipped with state-of-the-art lightweight torpedoes, indigenous ASW rockets, and advanced shallow water SONAR,
It enables effective submarine detection and engagement in littoral zones.
It strengthens the Navy'sAnti-submarine, coastal surveillance and mine laying capabilities.
It is built by using over 80 percent indigenous content, reflecting growing domestic capabilities and reducing dependency on imports.
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