Archive · 18 Jul 2026
Indian Navy Unveils INS Malvan's Crest Ahead of Commissioning
The Indian Navy has unveiled the crest of a new ship called INS Malvan.
The crest features a Bagh Nakha, which is a traditional claw-shaped weapon.
This ship is very important because it was mostly built in India, showing our country's ability to make strong and smart warships.
The ship will officially join the Navy on July 22, 2026.
A big ceremony will be held, with important Navy officials and guests attending.
The ship is designed to work well in shallow waters and will help protect India's seas.
Around the same time, the Navy will also host a big training event called Operation Southern Readiness 26-2, where different countries will come together to learn and share ideas about keeping the seas safe.
The Indian Navy unveiled the crest of INS Malvan, featuring the Bagh Nakha symbolizing courage and precision.
INS Malvan, the second Mahe-class ASW-SWC, will be commissioned on July 22, 2026.
The ship was built at Cochin Shipyard Limited with over 80% indigenous content.
The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.
The Indian Navy will host Operation Southern Readiness 26-2 from July 20 to 23, 2026, in partnership with the Combined Maritime Forces.
- Who
- Indian Navy, Air Chief Marshal AP Singh, Vice Admiral Sanjay Vatsayan, Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Combined Maritime Forces (CMF)
- What
- Unveiling of INS Malvan's crest and upcoming commissioning of the ship
- When
- July 22, 2026 (commissioning), July 20 to 23, 2026 (Operation Southern Readiness 26-2)
- Where
- Kochi, India
- Why
- To induct a new generation of indigenous shallow-water combat vessels and enhance regional maritime security
- Ship Name
- INS Malvan
- Crest Symbol
- Bagh Nakha
- Commissioning Date
- July 22, 2026
- Ship Class
- Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC)
- Indigenous Content
- Over 80%
- Builder
- Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), Kochi
- Commissioning Ceremony Presided By
- Air Chief Marshal AP Singh
- Operation Southern Readiness 26-2
- July 20 to 23, 2026
