Cochin Shipyard delivers INS Malwan to Indian Navy
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Why in news
The Indian Navy received the INS Malwan, the second of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWC) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited.
Background
The INS Malwan is an 80-meter-long vessel designed for underwater surveillance, anti-submarine warfare, low-intensity maritime operations, and mine warfare. It features waterjet propulsion, torpedoes, anti-submarine rockets, and advanced radar/sonar systems with over 80% indigenous content.
Facts for Prelims
- FactINS Malwan is 80 meters long
- S&TASW SWC features waterjet propulsion, torpedoes, and anti-submarine rockets
- FactThe vessel contains over 80% indigenous content
- BodyCochin Shipyard Limited is thebuilder of the ASW SWC vessels
For Mains
Q. Discuss the significance of indigenous defense manufacturing in enhancing India's maritime security and achieving 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' in the defense sector.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on foreign OEMs for critical maritime surveillance and mine warfare components
- Industrial synergy: Leveraging domestic shipyards to create a robust defense manufacturing ecosystem and high-tech job creation
Keywords: Maritime Security · Indigenous Content · Atmanirbhar Bharat · Anti-Submarine Warfare · Defense Manufacturing
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