INS Anjadip is the third ship of the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) commissioned into the Indian Navy. Named after the strategically significant island of Anjadip, located off the coast of Karwar, Karnataka, the vessel is part of a larger initiative to modernize India's coastal defense capabilities. The naming of the ship after Anjadip Island pays tribute to its historical significance and its role in the liberation of Goa in 1961. The ship is designed to conduct anti-submarine warfare operations in coastal waters, low-intensity maritime operations (LIMO) and mine-laying activities. Project History and Development The contract for building eight ASW SWC ships was signed between the Ministry of Defence and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, on April 29, 2019. The ASW SWC ships have been designed and constructed as per the Classification Rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) under a Public-Private-Partnership (PPP) of GRSE with M/s L&T Shipyard, Kattupalli thus demonstrating the success of collaborative defence manufacturing. INS Anjadip represents a significant step in the 'Make in India' and 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India) initiatives, featuring over 80% indigenous content. Commissioning in the Indian navy INS Anjadip was launched on June 13, 2023, at the L&T Kattupalli facility. It was formally commissioned into the Indian Navy in an official ceremony held at Chennai Port on February 27, 2026. Design and Specifications The INS Anjadip ship is a reincarnation of the erstwhile INS Anjadip, a Petya class Corvette decommissioned in 2003. These vessels are specifically optimized for operations in shallow waters where larger frigates and destroyers may face maneuverability challenges. General Characteristics Length: Approximately 77.6 meters Beam: 10.5 meters Displacement: 900 tons Propulsion: Triple water jet propulsion system Maximum Speed: 25 knots Range: 1,800 nautical miles Stealth and Hull Form The ship's design incorporates a specialized hull form intended to reduce the acoustic signature, making it harder for enemy submarines to detect. The use of water jet propulsion instead of traditional propellers further enhances its stealth profile and allows for high-speed maneuvers in shallow coastal regions. Armament and Sensor Suite Despite its compact size, INS Anjadip is equipped with a sophisticated array of weaponry and sensors to fulfill its primary role of submarine hunting. Weapons Systems Anti-Submarine Rockets: Indigenous rocket launchers for attacking submerged targets. Lightweight Torpedoes: Triple-tube torpedo launchers for precision strikes. Mines: Capability to carry and deploy naval mines for defensive operations. Close-In Weapon System (CIWS): Equipped with a 30mm CRN-91 naval gun and heavy machine guns for surface defense and anti-air protection. The vessel features an advanced suite of sonar systems, including hull-mounted sonar and a towed array sonar (TAS) for detecting quiet diesel-electric submarines. It also utilizes an integrated combat management system to coordinate sensor data and weapon deployment effectively. Operational Role and Strategic Significance The primary mission of INS Anjadip is to secure India's vast coastline and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). Its operational roles include: Submarine Detection and Neutralization Search and Rescue (SAR) Surveillance and Protection INS Anjadip provides a persistent presence in coastal waters, performing 24/7 surveillance to prevent maritime infiltration and protect critical infrastructure such as offshore oil rigs and shipping lanes.