INS Malvan will enter the Navy on July 22, know what is its specialty

India is continuously increasing its defense capabilities. Meanwhile, the Indian Navy has released the official crest of its new warship INS Malvan. ‘Bagh Nakha’ is prominently shown in this crest, which is a symbol of courage, agility and precise attack on the enemy. The waves formed around the crest show the warship’s ability to remain alert at all times and take silent but effective action to protect India’s maritime borders.

INS Malvan will join the Indian Navy on 22 July. It is the second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) under the ‘Make in India’ initiative. The special thing is that more than 80 percent indigenous equipment and technology has been used in this warship.

A total of 16 ships are being built

This ship is part of the 16 Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project of the Indian Navy. A total of 16 ships are being built under this project, out of which 8 ships are being built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) and 8 ships are being built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.

Deadly features of INS Malvan

Anti-Submarine Specialist (ASW-SWC): Specially designed to detect and destroy enemy submarines in shallow sea areas.

Modern Sonar Systems: With the help of state-of-the-art sonar, submarines hidden under water can be quickly detected.

Light Torpedoes and ASW Weapons: Equipped with torpedoes and other anti-submarine weapons for precision attack on enemy submarines.

Fast speed and high maneuverability: Capable of rapid operations in shallow seas and coastal areas.

Mine Laying Capacity: If necessary, it can stop enemy activities by laying sea mines.

Close Range Air Defense: Capable of protecting itself from aerial threats and drones coming from short distances.

More than 80% indigenous technology: Most of the equipment and systems on board the ship have been developed in India, making maintenance and operations more effective.

Maritime Surveillance: It also plays an important role in maritime surveillance, coastal security, escort missions and search and rescue missions.

Why is it special?

INS Malvan will strengthen the coastal defense of the Indian Navy. Especially in areas where large warships cannot operate easily. It has the ability to silently search for enemy submarines and launch a deadly attack on them.