Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021
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This is an excellent Atmanirbharta initiative!A Sharma wrote: ↑10 Jul 2025 08:46 Indian Navy's submarine kill power soars as ERASR anti-submarine rocket clears user trials
A few next steps to consider:
1) The latest Russian version has a homing-depth-charge. We should look to emulate it, to make these "smarter".
2) Create a variation for torpedo hard-kill. Re-purposing RBU-6000 against torpedoes could be mighty effective because torpedoes don't have strong self-defence mechanisms. So either a saturation attack using depth-charges or using smart-charges would effectively hard kill torpedoes at a 10 Km range.
3) Create a lightweight version of SMART for ranges between 10 Km to say 100 Km - to hunt for submarines in the vicinity. Of course, this would need VLS cells.
Re: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021
Much more details on ERASR
How ERASR revolutionizes India's anti-submarine warfare
https://english.mathrubhumi.com/feature ... t-wqx2auqy
Previously, the Indian Navy used anti-submarine rockets that could reach targets up to 5.3 kilometres away. While that was helpful for close combat, it gave little time to react if a submarine was detected farther off.
The ERASR has now increased that strike range to around 8.5 kilometres -- nearly 60 percent more. That means the Navy can detect and destroy a threat much earlier and from a safer distance.
The rocket also brings important improvements in technology. Unlike the older systems, which used a single-stage motor, ERASR comes with a two-stage solid propulsion system that allows it to cover both short and long distances effectively.
ERASR also features a special Electronic Time Fuse developed in India. This fuse ensures that the rocket explodes at exactly the right time, close to the enemy submarine, increasing its chances of destroying the target.
How ERASR revolutionizes India's anti-submarine warfare
https://english.mathrubhumi.com/feature ... t-wqx2auqy
Previously, the Indian Navy used anti-submarine rockets that could reach targets up to 5.3 kilometres away. While that was helpful for close combat, it gave little time to react if a submarine was detected farther off.
The ERASR has now increased that strike range to around 8.5 kilometres -- nearly 60 percent more. That means the Navy can detect and destroy a threat much earlier and from a safer distance.
The rocket also brings important improvements in technology. Unlike the older systems, which used a single-stage motor, ERASR comes with a two-stage solid propulsion system that allows it to cover both short and long distances effectively.
ERASR also features a special Electronic Time Fuse developed in India. This fuse ensures that the rocket explodes at exactly the right time, close to the enemy submarine, increasing its chances of destroying the target.
Re: Indian Navy News & Discussion - 12 April 2021
Onboard INS Arnala: India's next generation anti-submarine warship | BBC News India
With China on one side, home to the world’s largest navy with dozens of submarines, and Pakistan expanding its own submarine fleet, India is ramping up its anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
As part of this effort, the Indian Navy has commissioned its next-generation anti-submarine warfare ship, INS Arnala. This is the first vessel under a major defence programme worth over ₹12,500 crore, which will see 15 more warships built at Indian shipyards.
The BBC’s Jugal Purohit and Midhat Ullah Hasani were granted rare access to the ship at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam, on India’s east coast, where they spoke with members of its crew.
Nistar - A Legacy Reincarnated
Nistar – A Timeless Journey
From her commissioning in 1971 as India’s first submarine rescue vessel to her reincarnation as a state-of-the-art platform — Nistar is a living legacy.
Watch the story of Nistar — then and now.
Commissioning on 18 July 2025.
Final Stealth Frigate INS Mahendragiri to boost Navy’s edge in Indian Ocean with advanced firepower
INS Mahendragiri, the final stealth frigate under Project 17A, will be delivered to the Indian Navy by Feb 2026, according to Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL). This delivery marks a major step in India’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The vessel is being built using advanced integrated construction techniques and is equipped with cutting-edge stealth capabilities. Designed for multi-dimensional warfare, it features BrahMos-class surface-to-surface missiles, surface-to-air weaponry, and anti-submarine systems. Project Executive Jay Varghese highlighted the frigate’s indigenous rocket launchers and combat systems, enhancing India’s naval strength across all domains. Notably, 75% of the ship's equipment is indigenously sourced, showcasing the progress of the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative. INS Mahendragiri exemplifies India's growing expertise in designing and building high-tech warships using domestic technology and talent.
With China on one side, home to the world’s largest navy with dozens of submarines, and Pakistan expanding its own submarine fleet, India is ramping up its anti-submarine warfare capabilities.
As part of this effort, the Indian Navy has commissioned its next-generation anti-submarine warfare ship, INS Arnala. This is the first vessel under a major defence programme worth over ₹12,500 crore, which will see 15 more warships built at Indian shipyards.
The BBC’s Jugal Purohit and Midhat Ullah Hasani were granted rare access to the ship at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam, on India’s east coast, where they spoke with members of its crew.
Nistar - A Legacy Reincarnated
Nistar – A Timeless Journey
From her commissioning in 1971 as India’s first submarine rescue vessel to her reincarnation as a state-of-the-art platform — Nistar is a living legacy.
Watch the story of Nistar — then and now. Commissioning on 18 July 2025.
Final Stealth Frigate INS Mahendragiri to boost Navy’s edge in Indian Ocean with advanced firepower
INS Mahendragiri, the final stealth frigate under Project 17A, will be delivered to the Indian Navy by Feb 2026, according to Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL). This delivery marks a major step in India’s push for self-reliance in defence manufacturing. The vessel is being built using advanced integrated construction techniques and is equipped with cutting-edge stealth capabilities. Designed for multi-dimensional warfare, it features BrahMos-class surface-to-surface missiles, surface-to-air weaponry, and anti-submarine systems. Project Executive Jay Varghese highlighted the frigate’s indigenous rocket launchers and combat systems, enhancing India’s naval strength across all domains. Notably, 75% of the ship's equipment is indigenously sourced, showcasing the progress of the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative. INS Mahendragiri exemplifies India's growing expertise in designing and building high-tech warships using domestic technology and talent.