Indian Navy commissions INS Mangrol to boost anti-submarine warfare
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mangrol (P82), the third vessel in the Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) series, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai on Monday.
The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command.
Senior defence officials, representatives of the Ministry of Defence, Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), industry partners and other dignitaries attended the event.
The induction of INS Mangrol is expected to strengthen India's coastal defence preparedness and anti-submarine warfare capabilities amid an evolving maritime security environment.
Over 80% indigenous content
Designed and built indigenously by Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, INS Mangrol highlights India's growing expertise in warship design, construction and systems integration.
With more than 80% indigenous content, the vessel reflects the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives.
Its construction also underscores the contribution of domestic defence manufacturers and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) to strengthening India's naval capabilities.
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Advanced capabilities to counter underwater threats
Designed to operate in coastal and shallow waters, INS Mangrol is equipped to undertake anti-submarine warfare, underwater surveillance and Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO).
It can also perform mine warfare-related tasks.
The vessel's advanced sensors, sonar and weapon systems are designed to detect, track and counter underwater threats in challenging littoral environments.
Powered by three diesel engine-driven waterjet propulsion units, the warship offers high manoeuvrability and rapid response, allowing it to operate effectively in shallow and confined waters.
Navy chief highlights indigenous shipbuilding
Addressing the commissioning ceremony, Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan emphasised the importance of indigenous warships in enhancing India's maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
Photo: Defence PR
He also highlighted the expanding capabilities of India's domestic shipbuilding industry and the Navy's commitment to technological advancement, operational readiness and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
Named after Gujarat's coastal town
INS Mangrol takes its name from Mangrol, a coastal town and prominent fishing harbour in Gujarat's Junagadh district.
The vessel also carries forward the legacy of the earlier INS Mangrol (M85), a minesweeper that served the Indian Navy until April 2004.
The name's revival reflects the Navy's tradition of preserving the identities of distinguished warships.
Boost to India's maritime security
The commissioning of INS Mangrol marks another step in strengthening the Indian Navy's coastal defence and underwater surveillance capabilities.
The vessel will help protect India's coastal approaches, improve maritime domain awareness, and counter underwater threats.
Its induction also reinforces India's focus on indigenous warship construction and protecting maritime interests across the Indian Ocean Region.
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