India, Oct. 19 -- The Indian Navy commissioned INS Samarthak, the first vessel in its Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV) class, on October 16, 2026. The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan in the presence of Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan and senior defence officials.
Designed and constructed by Larsen & Toubro (L&T) Shipyard, INS Samarthak marks a significant milestone in India's indigenous shipbuilding capabilities and highlights the growing role of the domestic private sector in naval defence manufacturing.
The vessel features more than 75% indigenous content and incorporates modular construction and pre-outfitting techniques to optimise construction processes and timelines. The ...