Indian Navy Commissions INS Anjadip at Chennai, Enhancing Anti-Submarine Warfare Capability
On February 27, 2026, the Indian Navy officially welcomed INS Anjadip into its fleet. The fourth ship in the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project was commissioned during a ceremony held at Chennai Port. Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, led the event.
Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command, hosted the ceremony. The event was attended by several senior naval officers, former commanding officers of the previous Anjadip, and representatives from Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers and Larsen & Toubro, among other distinguished guests.
During his speech, Admiral Tripathi emphasized the strategic importance of integrating the new ship and expressed gratitude towards the shipbuilders and crew for their dedication and successful delivery.
INS Anjadip, named after the historic island near Karwar, is specifically designed for anti-submarine operations in shallow coastal waters. The ship measures 77 meters and weighs 1,400 tonnes, boasting more than 80% indigenous components, showcasing India's progress in domestic warship design and defense technology.
The vessel is configured as a quick-response "Dolphin Hunter," equipped with a state-of-the-art ASW suite and an advanced Combat Management System to detect, track, and neutralize underwater threats.
INS Anjadip's commissioning, which follows INS Arnala and Androth, represents a pivotal advancement in the Navy's expansion and capability development. The ship is now under the operational and administrative command of the Flag Officer Commanding in the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area, bolstering India's maritime security framework and protecting essential sea routes and coastal assets.
