Archive · 20 Jul 2025
Indian Navy Commissions Indigenous Diving Support Vessel, INS Nistar
The Indian Navy has added a new ship called INS Nistar, built in India, that's like a special helper for submarines.
It can dive deep to help if a submarine gets into trouble and can also assist other countries in the region.
This new ship helps India be a leader in helping with underwater emergencies and disaster relief.
It strengthens relationships with other countries and supports India's goal of being self-reliant.
INS Nistar also enhances the Indian Navy's capacity for humanitarian aid.
INS Nistar, a Diving Support Vessel (DSV), was commissioned by the Indian Navy.
It was designed and constructed in India, enhancing maritime capabilities.
Nistar supports deep-sea diving and submarine rescue, a capability few navies possess.
The vessel aligns with India's 'Net Security Provider' doctrine.
It enhances humanitarian aid and disaster relief capabilities, particularly for submarine-related incidents.
- Who
- The Indian Navy.
- What
- Commissioning of INS Nistar, a Diving Support Vessel (DSV).
- When
- Commissioned last week.
- Where
- Indo-Pacific and Indian Ocean Region.
- Why
- To enhance submarine support, maritime capabilities, and humanitarian aid.
- Vessel Type
- Diving Support Vessel (DSV)
- Built By
- Hindustan Shipyard Limited
- Indigenous Content
- Over 80%
- Key Function
- Submarine rescue and support
- Doctrine Alignment
- Net Security Provider
- Regional Focus
- Indo-Pacific & Indian Ocean