Delivery of Mangrol – The Third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft Built by CSL, Kochi

Key Highlights:

• Mangrol, the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), was delivered to the Indian Navy on 21 August 2026.
• The vessel was built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi.
• It features over 80% indigenous content, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision.
• Mangrol is equipped for underwater surveillance, Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) operations, Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO), and mine warfare.
• Its delivery marks another milestone in India's indigenous shipbuilding journey for defence.

Detailed Insights:

• The ASW SWC series aims to enhance the Indian Navy's capabilities for coastal defence and anti-submarine operations in shallow waters.
• The high level of indigenization demonstrates India's growing self-reliance and strength in defence manufacturing.
• The vessel is propelled by waterjets and armed with state-of-the-art torpedoes and anti-submarine rockets.
• Mangrol is named after a coastal town in Gujarat and continues the legacy of the erstwhile INS Mangrol, a naval minesweeper.
• Its advanced capabilities are crucial for protecting India's maritime interests and securing its coastal regions.

Key Concepts Involved:

• Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW): Naval operations focused on detecting, tracking, and neutralizing enemy submarines.
• Shallow Water Craft (SWC): Naval vessels specifically designed for operations in coastal and shallow water environments.
• Aatmanirbhar Bharat: The Government of India's vision for making the country self-reliant, particularly in critical sectors like defence.
• Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO): Naval activities typically involving smaller vessels for tasks such as coastal patrol, surveillance, and anti-piracy.