India, Nov. 25 -- The Indian Navy on Monday commissioned INS Mahe, an anti-submarine warfare shallow-water craft, at the naval dockyard in the city.

Named after the former French colony on India's western coast, INS Mahe marks the arrival of a new generation of indigenous shallow-water combatants. The vessel will form the first line of coastal defence, integrating seamlessly with larger surface combatants, submarines, and aviation assets to maintain constant vigilance over India's maritime areas of operation, according to a statement by the Indian Navy.

Chief of Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi, who was the chief guest at the commissioning ceremony, said, "It's a moment of immense pride and a profound sense of honour to be present at ...