Indian Navy Commissions INS Anjadip: New ‘Dolphin Hunter’ Bolsters Coastal Security at Chennai Port
NEW DELHI FEB 27 :- In a major boost to India’s maritime strike capabilities, the Indian Navy officially commissioned INS Anjadip at the Chennai Port on February 27, 2026. As the fourth vessel of the high-tech Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) project, the ship was inducted into service during a high-profile ceremony presided over by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff. Hosted by Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla, the event drew a distinguished gathering of naval veterans, shipbuilders from GRSE and Larsen & Toubro, and civilian dignitaries, marking a pivotal chapter in the nation’s naval expansion.
Named after the strategic island near Karwar, the 77-meter-long INS Anjadip is specifically engineered to dominate the littoral zone. Dubbed the “Dolphin Hunter,” this 1,400-ton powerhouse is equipped with a cutting-edge ASW suite and an advanced integrated Combat Management System. These technologies allow the vessel to rapidly detect, track, and neutralize sub-surface threats, ensuring that India’s coastal infrastructure and vital trade routes remain shielded from underwater incursions.
A shining example of the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, INS Anjadip boasts over 80% indigenous content, featuring locally designed defense electronics and weaponry. Admiral Tripathi lauded the shipbuilders and crew for their commitment to timely delivery, emphasizing that the vessel’s induction—following its predecessors INS Arnala and Androth—is a milestone in the Navy’s planned force growth. Now under the operational control of the Flag Officer Commanding, Tamil Nadu and Puducherry Naval Area, INS Anjadip stands ready to safeguard India’s sovereign interests in the Indian Ocean Region.