Programme Background
- INS Agray is part of the ASW SWC initiative aimed at strengthening near-shore anti-submarine capabilities.
- Developed to fill capability gaps in shallow-water anti-submarine warfare.
Design Philosophy
- Compact platform optimised for littoral combat scenarios.
- Shallow draft enhances operational flexibility near coastline.
- Built for endurance and sustained patrol missions.
Combat and Surveillance Systems
- Equipped with hull-mounted sonar and variable depth sonar.
- Carries anti-submarine torpedoes and rockets.
- Fitted with Close-In Weapon System for point defence.
- Integrated communication systems for joint force coordination.
Defence and Maritime Strategy
- Plays role in layered maritime defence architecture.
- Supports anti-submarine screen for high-value naval assets.
- Enhances readiness against asymmetric underwater threats.
