National 22 August 2026
Cochin Shipyard Delivers 3rd ASW-SWC 'Mangrol' to Indian Navy
Why in the News?
Kochi-based Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) has delivered 'Mangrol', the third Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), to the Indian Navy.
Key Features / Major Points:
Indigenous Content: Comprises over 80% indigenous content, reflecting the growth of India’s domestic defence manufacturing ecosystem.
Operational Capabilities: Designed for underwater surveillance, coastal Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) operations, Low-Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO), and mine warfare.
Propulsion & Weaponry: Powered by waterjets and equipped with state-of-the-art lightweight torpedoes, anti-submarine rockets, advanced radars, and sonar systems.
Legacy & Naming: Named after the coastal township of Mangrol in Gujarat's Junagadh district, carrying forward the legacy of the erstwhile naval minesweeper INS Mangrol.
Static GK Facts:
Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL): Located in Kochi, Kerala (Established in 1972).
Landmark Project: Built India's first indigenous aircraft carrier, INS Vikrant.
Chief of the Naval Staff: Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi.
One-Liner Quiz (All Competitive Exams):
Q: What is the name of the 3rd Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft delivered by Cochin Shipyard to the Indian Navy?
A: Mangrol
Q: What percentage of indigenous content does the ASW-SWC 'Mangrol' contain?
A: Over 80%
Source: AIR News