A milestone in India's indigenous naval power
The second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) of the Indian Navy, Androth, will be commissioned at the Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam, on 6 October 2025. Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command, will lead the ceremony. The induction of the second ship is the introduction of the second of the series of sixteen highly advanced ASW-SWC ships scheduled for the fleet.
Designed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd., Kolkata, the ship features over 80% indigenous systems—testifying it as a robust manifestation of the Government of India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat movement. The project was undertaken under the charge of the Directorate of Ship Production and supervised by the Warship Overseeing Team in Kolkata. The ship was formally transferred to the Navy on 13 September 2025.
The name of the ship, Androth, has its origins in Androth Island from the Lakshadweep chain, emphasizing India's obligation to secure its sea areas. The name also continues the tradition of the previous INS Androth (P69), which served with honor for almost thirty years before its decommissioning.
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With state-of-the-art sensors, advanced weapon systems, waterjet propulsion, and advanced communications technology, Androth is designed to locate, track, and neutralize underwater threats in an efficient manner. It is also versatile enough to conduct surveillance missions, search and rescue operations, and coastal defence duties.
The induction of Androth not only enhances India's anti-submarine warfare capabilities but also reiterates the country's emerging expertise in conceptualizing and constructing world-class warships indigenously. It is a clear indicator of India's resolve to attain maritime self-sufficiency while boosting security along its expansive oceanic borders.
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