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Chennai
The Indian Navy is getting stronger with the addition of INS Anjadip, a new warship built to hunt enemy submarines near the coast. This vessel will join the Eastern Naval Command at Chennai Port on February 27, 2026. Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi will lead the special commissioning event.
INS Anjadip is the third ship in a set of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC). Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata, it shows India’s push for self-reliance in defence, known as Aatmanirbhar Bharat. The 77-metre-long ship works best in shallow coastal waters, where it can spot, track, and destroy hidden threats.
Nicknamed the “Dolphin Hunter,” INS Anjadip packs home-grown weapons like the Hull Mounted Sonar Abhay, light torpedoes, and anti-submarine rockets. It also handles other jobs such as watching the coast, low-level sea fights, and rescue missions. This makes it a key player in guarding areas like Tamil Nadu and Puducherry from sea dangers.
The name comes from Anjadip Island near Karwar, which has a proud history. An earlier ship with the same name served until 2003. Navy leaders say this addition turns India into a true “Builder’s Navy,” cutting reliance on foreign arms.
This step comes as India faces growing threats in its waters. INS Anjadip will help keep the seas safe and support the navy’s goal of a strong, home-made fleet. Experts see it as a big win for national security and local industry.
