Source: TH
Context: The Indian Navy has inducted ‘Androth’, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
About Androth Anti-Submarine Warfare Ship:
What It Is?
- Indigenously built Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC).
- Part of 8-ship series being inducted into the Indian Navy.
Positioned In:
- Intended for coastal security, anti-submarine patrols, and shallow-water operations in India’s maritime zones, especially around the Lakshadweep archipelago and other critical sea lanes.
Developed By:
- Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata – one of India’s premier defence shipyards.
Aim:
- Enhance anti-submarine warfare capability against underwater threats.
- Strengthen coastal surveillance and safeguard maritime borders.
- Contribute to ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ by promoting indigenous defence production.
Key Features:
- Length: ~77 metres, among the largest Indian naval warships with diesel engine–waterjet propulsion.
- Weapon Systems:
- Indigenous lightweight torpedoes
- Anti-submarine warfare rockets
- Indigenous Content: Over 80% made in India – reducing import dependence.
- Maneuverability: Ideal for operations in littoral waters, shallow coastal regions.
- Surveillance: Equipped with state-of-the-art sonar and sensors for detecting submarines.
