India will commission the indigenous shallow-water anti-submarine warfare craft ‘Mahe’ on November 24. The new vessel is a major boost to the Indian Navy’s coastal defence, helping secure shallow and littoral waters where enemy submarines may attempt silent operations.
India to Commission Indigenous Anti-Submarine Craft ‘Mahe’ to Strengthen Coastal Defence
Indigenous Craft for Shallow-Water Submarine Threats
‘Mahe’ is the first of eight anti-submarine shallow-water craft built by Cochin Shipyard Limited.
The vessel is equipped with:
- Lightweight Torpedoes
- Anti-Submarine Rocket Systems
- Advanced Radar and Sonar Suites
These systems allow fast detection and engagement of hostile submarines near India’s coastline.
Name Linked to Maritime Heritage
The ship is named after Mahe, a historic coastal town in Puducherry.
Its naval crest features an ‘Urumi’, a flexible sword used in Kalarippayattu, symbolising:
⚔️ Agility
⚔️ Precision
⚔️ Speed
The Navy says these qualities match the role of this new class of shallow-water warships.
Boost to Aatmanirbhar Bharat
With over 80% indigenous content, the craft supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat in naval shipbuilding.
The commissioning event will take place at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai, showcasing India’s strong progress in local warship design and defence manufacturing.
Strategic Importance for Coastal Defence
The Mahe-class craft will improve India’s:
Submarine Tracking
Coastal Patrols
Protection of Maritime Routes
These vessels are compact, fast, and highly responsive, making them ideal frontline assets against underwater threats.
Exam-Oriented Notes
| Key Point | Details |
|---|---|
| Craft Name | Mahe |
| Type | Indigenous Shallow-Water Anti-Submarine Warfare Craft |
| Built By | Cochin Shipyard Limited |
| Class Strength | 1st of 8 vessels |
| Key Systems | Torpedoes, ASW rockets, radar, sonar |
| Indigenous Content | More than 80% |
| Commissioning Date | November 24 |
| Commissioning Location | Naval Dockyard, Mumbai |
| Named After | Mahe (Puducherry) |
| Crest Symbol | Urumi sword (Kalarippayattu tradition) |
Question & Answer
Q1. What is the name of the new indigenous shallow-water anti-submarine craft to be commissioned by the Indian Navy?
(a) INS Kavaratti
(b) Mahe
(c) INS Vikrant
(d) Varsha
Answer: Mahe
Q2. Mahe is the first of how many anti-submarine shallow-water craft being built for the Indian Navy?
(a) 4
(b) 6
(c) 8
(d) 10
Answer: 8
Q3. Which organisation built the Mahe shallow-water ASW craft?
(a) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
(b) Cochin Shipyard Limited
(c) GRSE Kolkata
(d) Hindustan Shipyard Limited
Answer: Cochin Shipyard Limited
Q4. Mahe carries which major anti-submarine weapons?
(a) BrahMos Missiles
(b) Torpedoes and Anti-Submarine Rockets
(c) Surface-to-air Missiles
(d) Nuclear Strike Systems
Answer: Torpedoes and Anti-Submarine Rockets
Q5. Mahe will be commissioned at which location?
(a) Kochi
(b) Karwar Naval Base
(c) Naval Dockyard, Mumbai
(d) Visakhapatnam Port
Answer: Naval Dockyard, Mumbai
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