Indian Navy Boosts Defense: Receives Second Indigenous Anti-Submarine Warfare Craft 'Malwan'

• Indian Navy takes delivery of 'Malwan', the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) from Cochin Shipyard Limited.
• This induction supports India's Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, emphasizing self-reliance in defense production.
• 'Malwan' is the second of eight planned shallow water ASW crafts, featuring over 80% indigenous content.
• Named after the historic coastal town, the vessel is designed for operations in shallow waters with advanced anti-submarine capabilities.
• Equipped with torpedoes, rockets, sonar, and radar, 'Malwan' can also perform low-intensity maritime operations and mine warfare.