Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) supplied the entire batch of special‑grade steel needed for the INS Androth, a new anti‑submarine warfare (ASW) corvette that joined the Indian Navy on Monday. The ship’s launch is a clear sign that India is moving toward full defence self‑reliance under its “Atmanirbhar Bharat” and “Make in India” agendas.
The INS Androth is the second vessel of the new ASW‑Shallow Water Craft (ASW‑SWC) series, following the INS Arnala which entered service in June. Both ships are built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata. SAIL delivered every piece of the required high‑removal‑strength (HR) sheets and plates, as well as other special‑grade steels, from its plants in Bokaro, Bhilai and Rourkela.
“By providing the full quantity of critical‑grade steel for eight ASW‑SWCs, SAIL is helping India build its own warships without relying on imports,” the company said in a statement. The steel not only meets rigorous naval standards, but also cuts costs and builds domestic expertise.
SAIL’s role is not new. Earlier this year, the company supplied 8,000 tonnes of critical‑grade steel for the frigates INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri. These two advanced warships were inducted in August, further strengthening the Indian Navy’s arsenal. Both ships were constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL) and GRSE, using hot‑rolled sheets from SAIL’s Bokaro, Bhilai and Rourkela plants.
The special‑plate plant across the country has produced over 100,000 tonnes of critical‑grade steel for defence use, including tanks, warships and missiles. By keeping this high‑quality steel in India, SAIL reduces the nation’s dependence on imported materials and supports the broader defense‑indigenous supply chain.
This latest milestone adds to SAIL’s long list of naval collaborations. The company has supplied steel for iconic vessels such as INS Vikrant, INS Nilgiri, INS Ajay, INS Nistar, INS Vindhyagiri and INS Surat. The partnership shows how a dependable domestic manufacturer can drive naval modernization and safeguard national security.
In short, the commissioning of INS Androth and the earlier launch of INS Udaygiri and INS Himgiri underscore India’s growing maritime strength and its commitment to a self‑contained defense capability. As SAIL delivers more critical‑grade steel to the navy, it fuels the country’s “Make in India” mission and helps secure a future where India builds—and sails—its own warships.
Source: ianslive
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