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Vice-President commissions India's first indigenous multi-purpose vessel INS Samarthak

The Vice-President of India commissioned the Indian Navy's first indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessel, INS Samarthak, at Karwar, Karnataka on 16 October 2026. The vessel contains over 75% indigenous content and is designed to support trials for next-generation weapons, sensors, and unmanned systems. It will also be used for maritime surveillance, offshore patrolling, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief. The release does not say when it takes effect.

Key points

  • INS Samarthak is the Indian Navy's first indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessel.
  • The vessel features over 75% indigenous content.
  • It will serve as a platform for testing next-generation weapons and sensors.
  • Capabilities include maritime surveillance, offshore patrolling, and disaster relief.

When it applies

  1. commissioning of INS Samarthak

Who it affects

  • Indian Navy