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Indian Navy Launches DSC A24
📅 Published 04 Aug 2026 · Aug 2026
Indian Navy Launches DSC A24
Key Points
- Indian Navy launched DSC A24, the 5th and final Diving Support Craft.
- Built by Titagarh Rail Systems Limited at Titagarh, Kolkata.
- Approximately 70% of main and auxiliary equipment sourced from Indian manufacturers.
- Features a twin-hull/catamaran design.
- Approximate displacement: 300–400 tonnes.
- Catamaran configuration provides enhanced stability and sea-keeping capability.
UPSC Focus: Defence indigenisation + shipbuilding + Atmanirbhar Bharat.
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