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Defence
Indian Navy to Commission New Anti-Submarine Warfare Craft 'Malvan' on July 22
✍️ Asianet Newsable
🗓 17 Jul 2026, 04:03 AM
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The Indian Navy will commission the newly built anti‑submarine warfare shallow‑water craft 'Malvan' on July 22, marking a boost to its littoral combat capabilities.
The Indian Navy is set to commission the latest shallow‑water anti‑submarine warfare vessel, named Malvan, on 22 July. The Malvan is designed for operations in littoral zones, providing enhanced detection and engagement capabilities against submarines in coastal waters.
The addition of Malvan to the fleet is expected to strengthen India’s maritime security posture, particularly in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea regions where submarine activity is a growing concern. The vessel’s advanced sonar and weapon systems will complement existing surface combatants.
The commissioning ceremony will be held at a naval base and is slated to be attended by senior naval officers, defence officials and dignitaries. The event will showcase the Navy’s growing focus on littoral warfare and anti‑submarine operations.
With Malvan’s entry into service, the Indian Navy continues to modernise its fleet to meet evolving maritime threats and safeguard national interests.
The addition of Malvan to the fleet is expected to strengthen India’s maritime security posture, particularly in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea regions where submarine activity is a growing concern. The vessel’s advanced sonar and weapon systems will complement existing surface combatants.
The commissioning ceremony will be held at a naval base and is slated to be attended by senior naval officers, defence officials and dignitaries. The event will showcase the Navy’s growing focus on littoral warfare and anti‑submarine operations.
With Malvan’s entry into service, the Indian Navy continues to modernise its fleet to meet evolving maritime threats and safeguard national interests.