New Delhi: The Indian Navy has simultaneously launched the fourth and fifth ships 'Malp and Mulki' respectively under the 8th Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft Project at Cochin Shipyard. These submarine destroyer warships have the capability to carry out warfare maneuvers in shallow waters or coastal areas.

The simultaneous launch of Malp and Mulki ships to protect the Indian coastal borders under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative reflects India's progress in indigenous shipbuilding. The Defense Ministry said in its official statement on Tuesday that the fourth and fifth ships 'Malp and Mulki' respectively were launched last Monday as per naval traditions.

Indian Navy's war capability will increase 

This event was organized in the presence of Vice Admiral V. Srinivas, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command. Designed to accomplish its target even in shallow waters, these submarines are considered a big step towards increasing the war capability of the Indian Navy. The indigenous and deadly state-of-the-art ships of Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) of the Indian Navy are equipped with water sensors which work very efficiently even in water.

Submarine destroyers sail at a speed of 25 knots

It will be able to carry out all the tasks related to submarines underwater in coastal waters. It is suitable for light naval wars and mine laying operations. This submarine destroyer ship swims at a maximum speed of 25 knots. It has the capability to cover a distance of 1800 nautical miles in one go.

The Defence Ministry says that the construction of these ships is expected to give a huge boost to indigenous defence production with 80 per cent indigenous manufacturing. This will increase employment and national manufacturing capabilities.