INS Kiltan Celebrates Eight Years of Service as an Exemplary Anti-Submarine Warfare Corvette
The Indian Navy's indigenous anti-submarine warfare corvette, INS Kiltan, has completed eight years of service with the Eastern Fleet's Sunrise Command. Commissioned on October 16, 2017, the corvette represents a significant milestone in India's maritime self-sufficiency and shipbuilding capabilities.
Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata, this Kamorta-class stealth corvette integrates advanced naval design and technology. Throughout its service, INS Kiltan has showcased exceptional performance in anti-submarine warfare, maritime security, and multinational naval drills, playing a critical role in protecting India's strategic interests throughout the Indo-Pacific region.
Guided by its motto "Shrir Vijayo Bhutir Dhruva" — Victory and Glory Always — INS Kiltan has maintained exemplary standards of professionalism, precision, and resilience. Its crew has been lauded for their operational readiness and adaptability in mission deployments and joint maritime operations.
To honor this achievement, the Eastern Fleet extended heartfelt congratulations to Team INS Kiltan, acknowledging their enduring dedication, commitment, and pursuit of excellence at sea. The vessel's journey not only highlights the Indian Navy's maritime capabilities but also underscores the nation's steadfast commitment to technological advancement and self-sufficiency in defense manufacturing.
