The Indian Navy is preparing to commission the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) ‘Androth’ at the Naval Dockyard today. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command (ENC).
‘Androth’ is ready to be inducted into the Navy at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. The inclusion of Androth marks another milestone in the Navy’s ongoing progress towards capacity building and indigenization. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata, Androth boasts over 80 percent indigenous content, reflecting India’s growing maritime self-reliance and commitment to innovative domestic technologies.
The addition of this ship is expected to significantly strengthen the Navy’s ASW capabilities, particularly in countering threats in coastal waters. The commissioning highlights the Navy’s continuous emphasis on indigenization, innovation, and capacity enhancement, while also underscoring the significant role of GRSE in bolstering India’s maritime security framework.
These vessels – Arnala, Nistar, Udaygiri, Nilgiri, and now Androth – demonstrate the Navy’s balanced development in the area of maritime operations. Above all, these vessels embody the spirit of self-reliance, incorporating a high percentage of indigenous content, design expertise, and domestic innovation from Indian shipyards and industries.
