Indian Navy launches a new anti‑submarine cutter called INS Androth on Monday in Visakhapatnam’s Naval Dockyard. The hand‑over ceremony was led by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, the Eastern Naval Command’s flag officer, and was attended by senior officers, civil leaders and representatives from M/s Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata.
The 77‑metre, 1,500‑tonne vessel is designed for hunting submarines in shallow coastal waters. It carries advanced sensors, weapons, and a three‑waterjet propulsion system powered by marine diesel engines, giving it great speed and agility. Besides anti‑submarine warfare, INS Androth can conduct maritime surveillance, search‑and‑rescue missions, coastal defence, and low‑intensity operations in littoral zones.
“Indigenous platforms like INS Androth strengthen our maritime strength and protect national interests,” said the chief guest. The cutter incorporates more than 80 percent home‑grown equipment, showcasing India’s push for self‑reliance in naval technology. Its name, taken from the northernmost Lakshadweep island “Androth,” echoes the strategic importance of India’s island groups.
Commissioners and GRSE officials toured the ship after the ceremony, sharing the construction journey and highlighting new domestic capabilities. INS Androth’s induction signals a major boost to India’s anti‑submarine forces and reinforces the country’s commitment to regional peace, security, and maritime cooperation.
Source: ianslive
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