Three Anti-Submarine Warfare Ships for Indian Navy | 02 Dec 2023

The Cochin Shipyard unveiled the first three of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) shallow water crafts commissioned for the Indian Navy - INS Mahe, INS Malvan, and INS Mangrol.

• These ships are poised to replace the Abhay class ASW corvettes and excel in anti-submarine operations, coastal defense, mine laying, and sub-surface surveillance.
• They demonstrate a high-speed capability of 25 knots, an endurance of 1,800 nautical miles, and are designed to undertake coordinated ASW operations with aircraft while being adept at search and rescue missions.

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