‘Wagh Nakh’ on its crest, how submarine-hunter INS Malvan will help the Navy shield India’s coast
The Indian Navy commissioned the INS Malvan, its second Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, enhancing maritime security along India's extensive coastline. This vessel, featuring the 'Wagh Nakh' crest, is part of a broader initiative to induct 16 such crafts, which are vital for patrolling and anti-submarine operations in shallow waters. The first ship in this class, INS Mahe, was commissioned in November 2025, marking a significant step in India's naval capabilities.