New Delhi: Anjadeep has been commissioned as the third ship out of the eight ships of Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft of the Indian Navy. It has been built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Kolkata under Self-reliant India. These ships, approximately 77 meters in length, are the largest waterjet operated Indian Naval warships and are equipped with state-of-the-art lightweight torpedoes, indigenously designed anti-submarine rockets, capable of effectively detecting and engaging underwater threats.
This ship will strengthen the Navy’s anti-submarine, coastal surveillance and mine laying capabilities. The ship takes its name from Anjadeep Island off the coast of Karwar, Karnataka, which reflects the strength of the Indian Navy to protect its vast maritime territory. The delivery of Anjadeep is another milestone in the Indian Navy’s quest for indigenous shipbuilding, showcasing the strength of a self-reliant India with over 80% indigenous content from the government.
INS Anjdeep, the new warship that joined the Indian Navy, is in the news due to both its features and name. The name of this ship is inspired by the historical Anjadeep Island located near the Karwar coast of Karnataka. The same island also brings alive the memory of the former INS Anjadeep, which was a Petya class ship and was decommissioned in 2003. The name of the new ship not only gives a new look to the old glory, but it also gives the message of carrying forward the tradition and heritage of the Navy.