INS Androth

INS Androth Latest News

Recently, the Indian Navy has received the second indigenously built anti-submarine warfare-shallow watercraft INS Andorth.

About INS Androth

• It draws its name from Androth Island in the Lakshadweep archipelago. 
• It is the second of eight anti-submarine warfare-shallow watercraft (ASW-SWC) built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
• The ASW SWC ships have been indigenously designed and constructed as per the Classification Rules of Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) at GRSE, Kolkata 

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Features of INS Androth

• It is approximately 77 meters in length and it is the largest Indian Naval warship.
• Propulsion: The ship is propelled by a diesel engine-waterjet combination, which allows for high speed and efficient maneuverability in shallow waters.
• Armament: It is equipped with state-of-the-art lightweight torpedoes, indigenous ASW rockets, and advanced shallow water SONAR,
• It enables effective submarine detection and engagement in littoral zones.
• Significance: It strengthens the Indian Navy’s Anti-submarine, coastal surveillance and mine laying capabilities.
• It is built by using over 80 percent indigenous content, reflecting growing domestic capabilities and reducing dependency on imports.

Source: TH