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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
INS Arnala sets sail: Desi submarine hunter joins Indian Navy fleet
In a significant step towards boosting India's coastal security , the Indian Navy is set to commission INS Arnala , the first of 16 Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam on 18 June. Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan will preside over the ceremony, which will be hosted by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command. This commissioning marks the start of a major initiative to modernise the Navy's shallow water combat fleet. Built in India, built for India INS Arnala has been developed at a cost of ₹12,622 crore as part of a dual contract signed in April 2019 with Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, and Cochin Shipyard . Each is building eight warships under this programme. All 16 vessels are expected to be delivered by 2028. Arnala was delivered to the Indian Navy on 8 May 2025. It was built in collaboration between GRSE and L&T Shipbuilders, under the oversight of the Directorate of Ship Production and the Warship Overseeing Teams in Kolkata and Kattupalli. This public-private partnership reflects the increasing role of indigenous industries in India's defence sector. A senior official noted, 'The warship incorporates over 80% indigenous content and integrates advanced systems from leading Indian defence firms, including Bharat Electronics Limited , L&T, and Mahindra Defence.' Live Events Big strength in a compact frame INS Arnala is 77.6 metres long, displaces over 1,490 tonnes, and is specifically designed for operations close to the coast. It is the largest Indian naval vessel to be powered by a diesel engine-waterjet combination—an unusual propulsion system that offers enhanced manoeuvrability in shallow waters. The ship is equipped to conduct a wide range of operations, including sub-surface surveillance, search and rescue missions, and low-intensity maritime tasks. It comes armed with modern underwater sensors and systems that allow it to detect and engage submarine threats efficiently. Aatmanirbhar Bharat in action Described in official statements as a 'testament to the success of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence manufacturing', the Arnala project has provided a significant boost to domestic capability. Over 55 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) contributed to its systems and components. The inclusion of firms like MEIL further underlines the broad participation of Indian industry. This isn't just a vessel—it's a floating platform for showcasing what homegrown talent and infrastructure can achieve. A name with historical weight INS Arnala takes its name from the Arnala Fort off Vasai, Maharashtra. Built in 1737 by the Marathas under Chimaji Appa, the fort was strategically located to monitor the Vaitarna river mouth and the northern Konkan coast. This historical connection was not incidental—it was intended to reflect India's long-standing maritime traditions and its determination to defend its shores. The ship's crest features a stylised auger shell set against a blue backdrop. The Ministry of Defence explained, 'The Auger Shell, known for its spiralled, reinforced structure and precision tip, symbolises resilience, vigilance, survival, and dominance in challenging environments, which mirrors the essence of the ship built to withstand the relentless forces of the ocean and undertake flawless anti-submarine operations with precise ordnance on target.' The induction of INS Arnala signals a new phase in India's maritime defence . These warships are not designed for high-intensity warfare on the open sea. Their real strength lies in safeguarding India's 7,500 km coastline—against stealthy submarines, suspicious vessels, and emerging underwater threats. It is a quiet transformation, but a necessary one. With INS Arnala, India is not just building ships. It is building deterrence, capability, and confidence—one hull at a time.
New Indian Express
3 days ago
- General
- New Indian Express
Navy to commission INS Arnala at Visakhapatnam dockyard on June 18
NEW DELHI: The Indian Navy will commission the first of the 16 Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), INS Arnala, at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam, on June 18. Eight more ASW-SWC warships are being constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi. The indigenous defence manufacturing augments the anti-submarine warfare capabilities of the navy. The contract for the 16 craft was signed in April 2019. The Indian Navy on Friday said, 'The event marks the formal induction of the first of the sixteen ASW-SWC class ships into the Indian Navy. Designed and constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) with Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Shipbuilders, Arnala is a testament to the success of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self reliant India) initiative in defence manufacturing.' The induction ceremony will be presided over by General Anil Chauhan, Chief of Defence Staff, and hosted by Vice Adm Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. Constructed under the guidance of the Directorate of Ship Production and the oversight of the Warship Overseeing Teams in Kolkata and Kattupalli, Arnala was delivered to the Indian Navy on May 8.
India Today
4 days ago
- General
- India Today
Navy to commission first anti-submarine shallow water warship 'Arnala' on June 18
The Indian Navy is set to commission its first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), named Arnala, at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam on June is the first of the 16 vessels in the ASW-SWC class, designed and constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, in partnership with L&T Shipbuilders under a Public-Private Partnership vessel was delivered to the Indian Navy on May 8, following oversight by the Directorate of Ship Production and the Warship Overseeing Teams located in Kolkata and IS SPECIAL ABOUT ARNALA? Over 80 per cent of 'Arnala' content is indigenous, featuring systems integrated by leading Indian defence companies such as Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), L&T, Mahindra Defence, and MEIL. The construction process engaged more than 55 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs), contributing to the domestic defence manufacturing 77 meters in length with a gross tonnage exceeding 14,90 tonnes, Arnala is the largest Indian Naval warship propelled by a Diesel Engine-Waterjet system. It is configured for a range of anti-submarine warfare operations, including subsurface surveillance, search and rescue, and low-intensity maritime THE NAME 'ARNALA'The warship is named after the historic Arnala Fort off Vasai, Maharashtra, reflecting India's rich maritime in 1737 by the Marathas, the fort was strategically located to monitor the Vaitarna River mouth and defend the northern Konkan coast. The ship's design reflects this heritage through its robust construction and advanced capabilities aimed at ensuring resilience and strength in maritime CRESTadvertisementThe ship's crest features a stylised Auger Shell against a blue background, symbolising resilience, vigilance, and dominance in challenging Auger Shell, known for its spiralling, reinforced structure and precision tip, symbolises resilience, vigilance, survival, and dominance in challenging environments, which mirrors the essence of the ship, built to withstand the relentless forces of the ocean and undertake flawless anti-submarine operations with precise ordnance on target. SHIP'S MOTTOThe ship's motto is inscribed beneath the crest in Devanagari, as 'Arnave Shauryam". This translates to 'Valour in the Ocean,' reflecting the vessel's operational commissioning of Arnala will mark a transformative moment in the Indian Navy's coastal defence capabilities and supports the broader objective of self-reliance in maritime security within the Indian Ocean Region.
Deccan Herald
4 days ago
- General
- Deccan Herald
Indian Navy set to induct new anti-submarine ships as Pak strengthens underwater fleet
#IndianNavy is all set to commission the first Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), Arnala, at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam, on #18Jun 25. The ceremony will be presided over by Gen Anil Chauhan, #CDS. #AatmanirbharBharat @HQ_IDS_India @IN_HQENC @OfficialGRSE
The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
Navy to commission Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft on June 18
The Indian Navy is all set to commission its Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) Arnala at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam on June 18. The event will mark the formal induction of the first of 16 ASW-SWC-class ships into the Navy. Designed and constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, under a public-private partnership with L&T Shipbuilders, Arnala was a 'testament to the success of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) initiative in defence manufacturing', a release said. 'Constructed under the guidance of the Directorate of Ship Production and oversight of the Warship Overseeing Teams in Kolkata and Kattupalli, Arnala was delivered to the Indian Navy on May 8, 2025,' said a release. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan. It will be hosted by Vice-Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command. The warship incorporates more than 80% indigenous content and integrates advanced systems from leading Indian defence firms, including Bharat Electronics Limited, L&T, Mahindra Defence, and MEIL. The project has engaged over 55 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). Designed for a range of anti-submarine warfare operations, Arnala is equipped to conduct sub-surface surveillance, search and rescue missions, and low-intensity maritime operations. The 77-metre-long warship, with a gross tonnage of over 1,490 tonnes, is the largest Indian naval warship to be propelled by a diesel engine-waterjet combination. 'The commissioning of Arnala will mark a transformative moment in India's naval capabilities, strengthening coastal defence and reaffiliate India's position as a self-reliant maritime power in the strategically vital Indian Ocean Region,' it said, adding that it has been named after the historic Arnala Fort off Vasai, Maharashtra. Constructed in 1737 by the Marathas under the leadership of Chimaji Appa, the fort was strategically positioned to oversee the Vaitarna river's mouth, serving as a lookout post over the northern Konkan coast. The crest of Arnala features a stylised auger shell set against a blue backdrop, with the ship's name inscribed in Devanagari script at the base. 'The Auger Shell, known for its spiralled, reinforced structure and precision tip, symbolises resilience, vigilance, survival, and dominance in challenging environments, which mirrors the essence of the ship built to withstand the relentless forces of the ocean and undertake flawless anti-submarine operations with precise ordnance on target,' said an official.
