INS Mahe Commissioning
On November 24, 2025, INS Mahe, India's first Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, was commissioned at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai.
Significance of INS Mahe
- Over 80% indigenous components, highlighting India's focus on self-reliance in defense technology.
- INS Mahe's motto is 'Silent Hunters', reflecting its stealth and readiness.
- The commissioning followed two years of rigorous trials.
- Designed and constructed by Cochin Shipyard Limited.
Strategic Importance
This integration and jointness are crucial for addressing hybrid and multi-domain warfare challenges. The ceremony symbolized India's growing capability to design and construct complex combatants, reinforcing the Indian Navy's transformation into a 'Builders’ Navy'.
Capabilities of INS Mahe
- Equipped with a combat suite that integrates multiple systems.
- Specially designed for anti-submarine operations in coastal and shallow waters.
- Features advanced weapons, sensors, and communication systems for precise detection, tracking, and neutralization of sub-surface threats.
- Can sustain prolonged operations in shallow waters with advanced machinery and control systems.
Conclusion
The induction of INS Mahe is a significant addition to India's maritime defense, enhancing the Navy's capability to maintain near-sea dominance, strengthen the coastal security grid, and safeguard maritime interests.
