Malpe and Mulki

Published on 30 Mar 2025

•  Malpe and Mulki, fourth and fifth ships of the Eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft project were launched.
• Built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd., these vessels are equipped with advanced indigenous sensors and are capable of speeds up to 25 knots.
•  The project is part of India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, with over 80% indigenous content.
• The vessels are capable of conducting anti submarine warfare in shallow waters, low intensity maritime operations, and mine laying activities.
• The ships are named after the ports of Malpe and Mulki in Karnataka.

Keywords:

Indian Navy Malpe Mulki National security architecture Anti-submarine Defense indigenization