Mumbai: Bolstering India’s coastal defence and underwater surveillance capabilities, the Indian Navy commissioned INS Mangrol (P82), the third vessel in the Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) series, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai on Monday.

The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command. Senior defence officials, Ministry of Defence representatives, shipbuilder Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), industry partners and other dignitaries attended the event.

Designed to counter underwater threats in coastal waters, INS Mangrol will enhance the Navy’s ability to detect and track hostile submarines while strengthening maritime surveillance in India’s strategically important coastal areas.

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Over 80% Indigenous Content

Built indigenously by Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi, INS Mangrol features more than 80% indigenous content, reflecting India’s growing capabilities in warship design, construction and advanced systems integration.

The vessel underscores the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives, highlighting the role of domestic defence manufacturers and micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) in developing India’s naval capabilities.

Advanced Systems to Counter Underwater Threats

Designed for operations in shallow and coastal waters, INS Mangrol is equipped to undertake anti-submarine warfare, underwater surveillance, mine warfare-related tasks and Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO).

Its advanced sonar, sensors and weapon systems are designed to detect, track and counter underwater threats in challenging littoral environments.

The warship is powered by three diesel engine-driven waterjet propulsion units, providing high manoeuvrability and rapid response in shallow, confined and congested waters.

Navy Highlights Indigenous Shipbuilding

Addressing the commissioning ceremony, Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan highlighted the importance of indigenous warships in strengthening India’s maritime surveillance and anti-submarine warfare capabilities.

He also underscored the expanding technological expertise of India’s domestic shipbuilding industry and the Navy’s commitment to operational readiness, innovation and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

Named After Gujarat’s Coastal Town

INS Mangrol derives its name from Mangrol, a coastal town and prominent fishing harbour in Gujarat’s Junagadh district.

The commissioning also revives the legacy of the earlier INS Mangrol (M85), a minesweeper that served the Indian Navy until April 2004, continuing the service’s tradition of preserving the names of its distinguished vessels.

Boost to India’s Maritime Security

The induction of INS Mangrol marks another step in the Navy’s efforts to strengthen coastal defence and counter underwater threats. The vessel is expected to improve maritime domain awareness, safeguard India’s coastal approaches and enhance operational preparedness in the Indian Ocean Region.

Its commissioning also reinforces India’s push towards indigenous warship production as the Navy continues to modernise its fleet and strengthen the protection of the country’s maritime interests.