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OCTOBER 26, 2026
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Steel India (AM/NS India) has strengthened its contribution to India’s
indigenous defence manufacturing ecosystem with the commissioning of INS
Mangrol, the Indian Navy’s third Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow
Water Craft (ASW-SWC), built using 100 per cent specialised steel supplied by
the company.
The vessel was
commissioned into service on October 12 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, marking
another milestone in the country’s efforts to enhance maritime security and
achieve self-reliance in defence production.
INS Mangrol, built by
Cochin Shipyard Ltd with more than 80 per cent indigenous content, reflects
India’s growing capabilities in warship design, construction and systems integration
under the Centre’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives.
Designed for
operations in coastal and shallow waters, the vessel is equipped to undertake
anti-submarine warfare, underwater surveillance, low-intensity maritime
operations and mine warfare-related tasks. Its advanced sensors, sonar and
weapon systems enhance its ability to detect, track and counter underwater
threats, strengthening the Navy’s coastal defence capabilities.
“The commissioning of INS Mangrol marks
another important milestone in India’s journey towards defence self-reliance.
Advanced naval platforms require specialised steel produced to the highest
standards of quality and reliability. We are proud that AM/NS India steel
continues to support the Indian Navy’s modernisation while showcasing the
strength of India’s manufacturing capabilities,” Ranjan Dhar, Director and Vice
President – Sales and Marketing at AM/NS India, said.
The company is
supplying 100 per cent of the specialised steel required for the Indian Navy’s
fleet of eight ASW-SWCs, underlining the growing role of domestic steelmakers
in supporting the country’s strategic defence requirements.
Beyond the ASW-SWC
programme, AM/NS India has supplied specialised steel for key naval platforms,
including INS Visakhapatnam, INS Surat and INS Malvan, further expanding its
contribution to the country’s naval modernisation programme.
The company has also supplied steel for major national infrastructure projects, including the Chenab Railway Bridge, Anji Khad Railway Bridge and Bogibeel Bridge, highlighting the role of advanced steelmaking in supporting both strategic infrastructure and national security.
Named after Mangrol, a coastal town in Gujarat’s Junagadh district, the vessel celebrates the state’s rich maritime heritage while carrying forward the legacy of the earlier INS Mangrol, which served the Indian Navy until 2004.
