Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft INS Mangrol
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mangrol (P82), the third Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, on 12 October 2026. The commissioning ceremony was presided over by VAdm Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command, and attended by senior officers of the Defence Forces, Ministry of Defence representatives, Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) officials, industry partners, and other dignitaries.
INS Mangrol represents India's growing capabilities in warship design, construction, and systems integration, being indigenously designed and constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi. The vessel features over 80 percent indigenous content, reflecting the nation's commitment to Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, while highlighting the contribution of Indian defence industries and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) toward strengthening indigenous naval capabilities.
Designed specifically for operations in coastal and shallow waters, INS Mangrol is equipped to undertake Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW), underwater surveillance, Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO), and mine warfare-related tasks. The ship incorporates advanced sensors, sonar, and weapon systems that enhance its capability to detect, track, and counter underwater threats in challenging littoral environments. Powered by three diesel engine-driven waterjet propulsion units, the vessel offers high manoeuvrability and rapid response capabilities essential for operations in shallow and confined waters.
During the commissioning address, VAdm Sanjay Vatsayan congratulated the Indian Navy and CSL on the achievement, highlighting the importance of indigenous warships in strengthening India's maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities, particularly in the evolving maritime security environment. He emphasized the growing capabilities of India's indigenous shipbuilding industry and the Indian Navy's continued commitment to technological advancement, operational preparedness, and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
INS Mangrol derives its name from the coastal town and prominent fishing harbour of Mangrol in Junagadh district of Gujarat, continuing the naval tradition of preserving names of distinguished warships, following the legacy of the erstwhile INS Mangrol (M85), a minesweeper that served the Indian Navy until April 2004.
The commissioning marks a significant milestone in strengthening the Indian Navy's anti-submarine warfare capabilities and coastal defence preparedness. The ship will contribute to safeguarding India's coastal approaches and maritime interests, enhancing maritime domain awareness, and countering underwater threats. Its induction reinforces the Indian Navy's commitment to maritime security, regional stability, and self-reliance in warship construction, supporting India's maritime interests in the Indian Ocean Region.