INS Nirdeshak

About INS Nirdeshak:

• INS Nirdeshak is the second ship under the Survey Vessel (Large) Project of the Indian Navy.
• It is designed to conduct hydrographic surveys, assist in navigation, and support maritime operations.
• It is built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
• It reflects India's commitment to Aatmanirbhar Bharat (self-reliant India) with over 80% indigenous content.
• Legacy: INS Nirdeshak represents the reincarnation of the erstwhile INS Nirdeshak, which served the Indian Navy for 32 years with distinction until its decommissioning on December 19, 2014.
  • The name ‘Nirdeshak’, meaning ‘Pathfinder’, signifies its role in charting the seas with precision.

Key Specifications:

• Displacement: Approx. 3400–3800 tons.
• Length: 110 meters.
• Speed: Capable of achieving speeds exceeding 18 knots.
• Endurance: Can remain at sea for over 25 days.
• Propulsion:
  • It is driven by two marine diesel engines.
  • It is equipped with fixed-pitch propellers.
• Construction Technology:
  • Built using ‘Integrated Construction’ technology.
  • Adheres to standards of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).
• State-of-the-Art Equipment: INS Nirdeshak is equipped with advanced hydrographic and oceanographic survey systems to conduct precise underwater mapping:
  • Hydrographic Data Acquisition and Processing Systems.
  • Advanced Satellite-Based Navigation and Communication Systems.
  • Sub-surface Sensors for detailed underwater terrain charting.
  • Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs).
• These technologies enable high-accuracy hydrographic surveys, making the vessel a key asset for the Navy.

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