India strengthens naval defence with indigenous anti-submarine warship ‘Mahe’ | Key specifications and capabilities
Mahe was officially handed over to the Indian Navy on October 23 in Kochi | Is capable of detecting and tracking underwater threats with high precision
PTC Web Desk: India’s naval capabilities received a significant boost this week with the induction of ‘Mahe’, the first in a new series of advanced anti-submarine warfare (ASW) ships constructed entirely in India.
The vessel, built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) in Kochi, is the first of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW-SWC) planned for the Indian Navy. Named after the historic port town of Mahe in Puducherry, the ship symbolises India’s growing expertise in naval design and defence manufacturing.
Key highlights and specifications of Mahe
Length & Weight: Approximately 78-metre long, with a displacement of around 1,100 tonne.
Armament: Equipped with torpedoes, multi-functional anti-submarine rockets, and advanced radar and sonar systems.
Capabilities:
Detection and tracking of underwater threats with high precision
Underwater surveillance and reconnaissance
Deployment of naval mines when required
Participation in Low Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO) near coastal regions
Over 80% of the ship’s components, including equipment and design, have been manufactured in India, aligning with the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative
Officials confirmed that Mahe was officially handed over to the Indian Navy on October 23 in Kochi. The remaining seven ships of this class are expected to be delivered progressively over the coming years, further strengthening India’s maritime security and coastal defence capabilities.