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INS Androth

Kumari Sonali

INS Androth:

The Indian Navy has received the second indigenously built anti-submarine warfare-shallow watercraft INS Andorth.

  • INS Androth 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
  • It is approximately 77 meters in length and it is the largest Indian Naval warships.
  • The ship is propelled by a diesel engine-waterjet combination, which allows for high speed and efficient maneuverability in shallow waters.
  • 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’s Anti-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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