Indian Navy Commissions INS Malvan, Second Mahe-Class ASW-SWC
| Key Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Vessel Name | INS Malvan |
| Class & Type | Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) |
| Launch Location | Karwar Naval Base, Karnataka |
| Builder | Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi |
| Primary Roles | Anti-submarine warfare, mine warfare, underwater surveillance, coastal security |
| Operational Advantage | Capable of operating in shallow coastal waters where larger ships cannot |