Indigenization – News Analysis India https://newsanalysisindia.com The news you need to know, explained Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 Warship ‘Androth’ Set to Join Navy, Equipped with Advanced Combat Systems https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/warship-androth-set-to-join-navy-equipped-with-advanced-combat-systems/ Sun, 05 Oct 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/warship-androth-set-to-join-navy-equipped-with-advanced-combat-systems/ The Indian Navy is preparing to commission the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) ‘Androth’ at the Naval Dockyard today. The commissioning ceremony will be presided over by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command (ENC).

‘Androth’ is ready to be inducted into the Navy at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. The inclusion of Androth marks another milestone in the Navy’s ongoing progress towards capacity building and indigenization. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata, Androth boasts over 80 percent indigenous content, reflecting India’s growing maritime self-reliance and commitment to innovative domestic technologies.

The addition of this ship is expected to significantly strengthen the Navy’s ASW capabilities, particularly in countering threats in coastal waters. The commissioning highlights the Navy’s continuous emphasis on indigenization, innovation, and capacity enhancement, while also underscoring the significant role of GRSE in bolstering India’s maritime security framework.

These vessels – Arnala, Nistar, Udaygiri, Nilgiri, and now Androth – demonstrate the Navy’s balanced development in the area of maritime operations. Above all, these vessels embody the spirit of self-reliance, incorporating a high percentage of indigenous content, design expertise, and domestic innovation from Indian shipyards and industries.

]]> ‘Anant Shastra’ Missile System: A Rs 30,000 Crore Air Defence Upgrade for the Indian Army https://newsanalysisindia.com/india/anant-shastra-missile-system-a-rs-30000-crore-air-defence-upgrade-for-the-indian-army/ Sun, 28 Sep 2025 00:00:00 +0000 http://newsanalysisindia.local/anant-shastra-missile-system-a-rs-30000-crore-air-defence-upgrade-for-the-indian-army/ The Indian Army is set to bolster its air defense capabilities with the acquisition of the ‘Anant Shastra’ surface-to-air missile weapon system. A tender has been issued to Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) for the purchase of five to six regiments of the DRDO-developed system, formerly known as the Quick Reaction Surface to Air Missile system. This project, estimated to cost approximately Rs 30,000 crore, aims to fortify the Army Air Defence, particularly along the borders with Pakistan and China. The system’s deployment follows the Defence Acquisition Council’s approval, which came after Operation Sindoor. The highly mobile ‘Anant Shastra’ systems can track targets on the move and fire after brief halts, boasting a range of around 30 km. It will complement existing systems such as the MRSAM and Akash. The system’s performance has been rigorously tested in diverse operational scenarios. During past conflicts, the Army’s Air Defence units have relied on various systems, including L-70 and Zu-23 air defense guns, alongside Akash, MRSAM, Spyder and Sudarshan S-400 systems, to counter aerial threats, especially drones. The Army Air Defence is also receiving new radars, very short-range air defense systems, and anti-drone technologies. Army Chief Gen Upendra Dwivedi is a strong advocate for indigenous defense systems, with plans for the Zorawar light tank and other air defense systems to join the force.

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