Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

INS Amini is an indigenously designed and developed Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC) delivered to the Indian Navy by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, on 5th November 2026. The vessel is specifically designed to operate in coastal and shallow waters to detect and counter underwater threats, including enemy submarines. It is equipped with sonar systems, lightweight torpedoes and indigenous rocket launchers. The ship has more than 80% indigenous content, supporting the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and strengthening India's defence manufacturing capabilities. INS Amini is the fifth of eight such vessels being built by GRSE for the Indian Navy.