Indian Navy to Commission INS Malvan, Second Mahe-Class ASW Shallow Water Craft on July 22

INS Malvan, which is the second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), is set to be commissioned by the Indian Navy on 22 July 2026. The warship has been built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi and is another important step in India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat program with over 80% indigenous content. INS Malvan has been specifically designed for the anti-submarine operation and coastal defence purposes and will enhance the capacities of the Navy in safeguarding the long coastline and strategically significant shallow waters of India.

INS Malvan to join Indian Navy

On 22 July 2026, there will be an official ceremony to welcome INS Malvan into service.

Some of the people present at the commissioning ceremony are as follows,

• Air Chief Marshal A.P. Singh, Chief of the Air Staff

Some important personalities attending the program include,

• Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command
• Top Indian Navy commanders
• Representatives from Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL)
• Veterans and other special guests

This induction is a major advance to enhance the indigenous naval capabilities of India.

What is INS Malvan?

INS Malvan set to be the second ship of the Mahe-class of the Anti-Submarine Warfare class vessel (ASW-SWC).

This class of ship has various warfare capabilities, such as the,

• Tracking and destroying enemy submarines.
• Carrying out coastal surveillance.
• Protecting harbors and ports.
• Supporting the maritime security missions.
• Enhancing anti-submarine warfare capabilities in shallow coastal waters.

Currently, this class is going to replace the old Abhay-class type of the Anti-Submarine Warfare corvette.

Built Under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat Initiative

INS Malvan was built in accordance with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat program.

The ship has been constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) of Kochi.

Being Indigenous in Nature

The ship has been constructed with more than 80% of the Indian material.

It has been designed and developed in India.

The ship has been equipped with various advanced indigenous equipment developed in India.

Key Features of INS Malvan

Even though INS Malvan is small in size, INS Malvan has outstanding capabilities to function in shallow waters.

Key Features

• Type: Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft
• Primary Purpose: Anti-submarine warfare
• Manufacturer: Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi
• Local Content: Above 80%
• Use: Coastal and shallow-water operations
• Capabilities: Surveillance, submarine detection, patrol at sea, and coastal defense.

The vessel uses agility, endurance, and accuracy in to operating seamlessly in Indian waters.

Role in the Indian Maritime Security

Shallow coastal waters pose significant difficulties for the naval operations.

INS Malvan has the capability to,

Identify Enemy Submarines

The advanced sonar and some anti-submarine systems can track underwater dangers in advance.

Secure Coastal Infrastructure

The vessel can protect naval bases, ports, offshore structures, and other important maritime installations.

Augment Coastal Surveillance

It improves maritime domain situation awareness through monitoring Indian waters.

Support Naval Activities

The craft can perform escort missions, conduct search-rescue missions, and perform maritime safety operations.