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Defence
Vice President Commits Indigenously Built INS Samarthak to Indian Navy in Karnataka
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🗓 20 Oct 2026, 08:32 AM
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Vice President of India commissioned the indigenously built warship INS Samarthak into the Indian Navy in Karnataka. The ceremony marked a milestone in India’s shipbuilding capabilities.
The Vice President of India formally inducted INS Samarthak into the Indian Navy during a ceremony held in Karnataka. The warship, built entirely in India, showcases the country’s growing self-reliance in defence technology.
Naval officials said the vessel will enhance maritime security and support future naval operations. During the event, the Vice President highlighted the importance of indigenous shipbuilding and praised the teams involved in the construction.
INS Samarthak is expected to join the fleet of the Indian Navy and contribute to its operational readiness. The commissioning underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its maritime capabilities.
Naval officials said the vessel will enhance maritime security and support future naval operations. During the event, the Vice President highlighted the importance of indigenous shipbuilding and praised the teams involved in the construction.
INS Samarthak is expected to join the fleet of the Indian Navy and contribute to its operational readiness. The commissioning underscores India’s commitment to strengthening its maritime capabilities.