In a statement issued here, the Naval spokesperson stated that INS Androth has over 80 percent indigenous content and underscores Indian Navy’s sustained efforts in constantly enhancing indigenous content through homegrown solutions and innovative technologies.
The name ‘Androth’ holds strategic and symbolic significance, derived from Androth Island in the Lakshadweep archipelago, underscoring India’s commitment to safeguarding its vast maritime territories.
Vice-Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command was the chief guest. The primary role of the 77 metres long, waterjet propelled ASW shallow water craft, capable of 25 knots speed is to conduct anti-submarine operations in coastal water
