INS Malvan Commissioned

Key Facts

INS Malvan was commissioned by the Indian Navy at Naval Base Karwar, Karnataka.

• Type: Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC)
• Yard: 524
• Second of 8 Mahe-class ASW-SWCs
• Indigenous content: 80%+
• Builder: Cochin Shipyard Limited
• Length: 70–80 m
• Displacement: 896–1,100 tonnes
• Draft: 2.7 m

Special Fact

INS Malvan became the first Indian naval vessel commissioned at Karwar.

It was the 7th warship inducted by the Navy in 2026, according to the digest.

Strategic Importance

ASW-SWCs are particularly relevant for:

• Littoral warfare
• Coastal security
• Detecting submarines
• Anti-submarine operations

Prelims Hook

INS Malvan → Mahe-class → ASW-SWC → Karwar → 80%+ indigenous content