The Eurodrone's anti-submarine warfare version, developed by Kawasaki and Airbus, underscores India's need for enhanced unmanned maritime surveillance due to expanding submarine fleets in Pakistan and China.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenously built naval ships - INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray - in Kolkata, marking a significant step towards India's maritime strength and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
India will commission three indigenously built warships – INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray – on June 21 in Kolkata. Presided over by PM Modi, these platforms aim to enhance the Navy's combat, surveillance, and anti-submarine capabilities, boosting blue-water operations and maritime security.
India's Navy faces a growing submarine threat from Pakistan and China. To counter this, the Navy urgently needs to expand its anti-submarine warfare (ASW) helicopter fleet, as current numbers are insufficient for its vast maritime responsibilities.
India's Navy will induct five indigenously-built naval platforms this month, including two Project 17A stealth frigates, a survey vessel, and two anti-submarine warfare crafts. These additions aim to enhance maritime security, combat readiness, and coastal defense, reflecting India's growing domestic shipbuilding capabilities.
