Future wars can’t be fought by individual services: Air Chief at INS Malvan ceremony
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Why in news
The commissioning of INS Malvan, a Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) vessel, highlights India's push for indigenous naval shipbuilding and maritime security.
Background
INS Malvan is the second Mahe-class ASW-SWC vessel built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd. It features over 80% indigenous content and is designed to enhance India's coastal defense capabilities.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TMahe-class: Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) vessels designed for coastal defense.
- BodyCochin Shipyard Ltd.: A major public sector shipyard in Kerala responsible for naval vessel construction.
- FactINS Malvan features over 80% indigenous content in its construction.
- PlaceKarwar: A major naval base and shipbuilding hub located in Karnataka.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative in the defence sector contributes to India's maritime security and strategic autonomy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Supply chain resilience: Reducing dependence on foreign shipyards for critical ASW vessel components.
- Technological leap: Integration of indigenous sensors and propulsion systems in Mahe-class vessels.
- Strategic autonomy: Enhancing coastal surveillance capabilities to counter submarine threats in the Indian Ocean.
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Maritime Security · Indigenous Content · Strategic Autonomy · Coastal Defense
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