{"id":54975,"date":"2026-08-01T18:20:49","date_gmt":"2026-08-01T12:50:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=54975"},"modified":"2026-08-01T18:20:50","modified_gmt":"2026-08-01T12:50:50","slug":"asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/","title":{"rendered":"ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam: Indian Navy Strengthens Maritime Defence Capability"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_85 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft_Machilipatnam_launched_by_Indian_Navy_to_boost_anti-submarine_warfare_capability_coastal_security_and_indigenous_defence_manufacturing_in_India\" >ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam launched by Indian Navy to boost anti-submarine warfare capability, coastal security and indigenous defence manufacturing in India.<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Indian_Navy_Strengthens_Coastal_Defence_with_Machilipatnam\" >Indian Navy Strengthens Coastal Defence with Machilipatnam<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Purpose_of_the_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft\" >Purpose of the ASW Shallow Water Craft<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Indigenous_Defence_Manufacturing_Gets_a_Boost\" >Indigenous Defence Manufacturing Gets a Boost<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Enhancing_Indias_Maritime_Security\" >Enhancing India&#8217;s Maritime Security<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Strategic_Importance_in_the_Indian_Ocean_Region\" >Strategic Importance in the Indian Ocean Region<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Why_This_News_is_Important\" >Why This News is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Important_for_Defence_and_Security_Exams\" >Important for Defence and Security Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Supports_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat\" >Supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Maritime_Security_Remains_a_National_Priority\" >Maritime Security Remains a National Priority<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Evolution_of_Indias_Anti-Submarine_Warfare_Capability\" >Evolution of India&#8217;s Anti-Submarine Warfare Capability<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\" >Key Takeaways from This News<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_on_Indian_Navy_Launches_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft_Machilipatnam\" >Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Indian Navy Launches ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#1_What_is_the_full_form_of_ASW-SWC\" >1. What is the full form of ASW-SWC?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#2_Which_organisation_launched_the_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft_Machilipatnam\" >2. Which organisation launched the ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#3_What_is_the_primary_role_of_the_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft\" >3. What is the primary role of the ASW Shallow Water Craft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#4_Why_are_shallow_water_craft_important_for_Indias_maritime_security\" >4. Why are shallow water craft important for India&#8217;s maritime security?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#5_Which_Indian_initiative_is_supported_by_the_construction_of_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft\" >5. Which Indian initiative is supported by the construction of ASW Shallow Water Craft?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#6_Which_branch_of_the_Indian_Armed_Forces_operates_naval_warships\" >6. Which branch of the Indian Armed Forces operates naval warships?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#7_What_type_of_warfare_capability_does_Machilipatnam_enhance\" >7. What type of warfare capability does Machilipatnam enhance?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#8_Why_is_the_Indian_Ocean_Region_strategically_important_for_India\" >8. Why is the Indian Ocean Region strategically important for India?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#9_What_is_the_significance_of_indigenous_naval_shipbuilding\" >9. What is the significance of indigenous naval shipbuilding?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#10_Which_competitive_examinations_can_ask_questions_related_to_this_news\" >10. Which competitive examinations can ask questions related to this news?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/asw-shallow-water-craft-machilipatnam\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft_Machilipatnam_launched_by_Indian_Navy_to_boost_anti-submarine_warfare_capability_coastal_security_and_indigenous_defence_manufacturing_in_India\"><\/span><strong>ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam launched by Indian Navy to boost anti-submarine warfare capability, coastal security and indigenous defence manufacturing in India.<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indian_Navy_Strengthens_Coastal_Defence_with_Machilipatnam\"><\/span>Indian Navy Strengthens Coastal Defence with <em>Machilipatnam<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indian Navy has achieved another milestone in strengthening India&#8217;s maritime security by launching the Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) <strong>Machilipatnam<\/strong>. The vessel is part of the Navy&#8217;s ambitious programme to modernise its coastal defence capabilities and enhance surveillance against underwater threats in India&#8217;s vast maritime domain. The induction of such advanced warships reflects India&#8217;s growing emphasis on indigenous defence manufacturing under the <strong>Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong> initiative. The ASW-SWC programme is designed to replace ageing naval assets with technologically advanced platforms capable of protecting India&#8217;s coastline and strategic maritime interests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Purpose_of_the_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft\"><\/span>Purpose of the ASW Shallow Water Craft<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Machilipatnam has been specially designed for <strong>Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW)<\/strong> operations in shallow coastal waters. These vessels are equipped with advanced sonar systems, lightweight torpedoes, rocket launchers and modern navigation equipment that enable them to detect, track and neutralise hostile submarines operating near India&#8217;s coastline. Unlike larger destroyers and frigates, shallow water craft can effectively operate in coastal regions where submarine detection is more challenging.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Indigenous_Defence_Manufacturing_Gets_a_Boost\"><\/span>Indigenous Defence Manufacturing Gets a Boost<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One of the most significant aspects of Machilipatnam is its high indigenous content. Built under India&#8217;s self-reliance programme, the vessel demonstrates the country&#8217;s increasing capability in designing and constructing sophisticated naval platforms. Indigenous shipbuilding reduces dependence on foreign suppliers, strengthens domestic defence industries, creates employment opportunities and enhances national security by ensuring reliable supply chains for critical defence equipment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Enhancing_Indias_Maritime_Security\"><\/span>Enhancing India&#8217;s Maritime Security<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India possesses a coastline of more than 7,500 kilometres and safeguards critical sea lanes through which a substantial portion of its trade and energy imports pass. With increasing submarine deployments in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), strengthening underwater surveillance has become a strategic priority. The induction of Machilipatnam improves the Navy&#8217;s capability to monitor coastal waters, protect ports, offshore assets and commercial shipping routes from potential underwater threats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The vessel will also support maritime domain awareness, coastal surveillance missions and coordinated operations with other naval and coast guard assets, thereby improving India&#8217;s overall maritime defence preparedness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Importance_in_the_Indian_Ocean_Region\"><\/span>Strategic Importance in the Indian Ocean Region<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Indian Ocean has become an increasingly competitive strategic region due to the growing presence of foreign naval forces. Advanced anti-submarine platforms such as Machilipatnam help India maintain a credible deterrence against underwater threats while ensuring the security of vital sea communication routes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ASW Shallow Water Craft programme represents a long-term investment in India&#8217;s naval modernisation. As more vessels under this project enter service, the Indian Navy&#8217;s coastal defence network will become stronger and more capable of responding to emerging maritime security challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\" id=\"ASW-Shallow-Water-Craft-Machilipatnam\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/encrypted-tbn0.gstatic.com\/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRkh01-nB0EOE9VrHO7l4XW1_ZJGlj0WlxlHDcmnpeb1A&amp;s\" alt=\"ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam\" style=\"width:753px;height:auto\" title=\"ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Important_for_Defence_and_Security_Exams\"><\/span>Important for Defence and Security Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The launch of Machilipatnam is significant because defence modernisation is a frequently asked topic in UPSC, State PCS, CDS, NDA, CAPF, SSC, Railways and other competitive examinations. Questions are often framed around indigenous defence projects, naval exercises, defence manufacturing and strategic security initiatives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Supports_Aatmanirbhar_Bharat\"><\/span>Supports Aatmanirbhar Bharat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The project highlights India&#8217;s progress towards self-reliance in defence production. Indigenous warships reduce import dependency while promoting domestic technological innovation and industrial development. Candidates preparing for government examinations should understand how defence manufacturing contributes to national security and economic growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Maritime_Security_Remains_a_National_Priority\"><\/span>Maritime Security Remains a National Priority<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India&#8217;s increasing focus on safeguarding the Indian Ocean Region makes anti-submarine warfare a major strategic concern. The commissioning of advanced ASW vessels demonstrates India&#8217;s efforts to strengthen coastal security, counter underwater threats and secure international shipping lanes. Such developments frequently appear in current affairs sections of competitive examinations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Evolution_of_Indias_Anti-Submarine_Warfare_Capability\"><\/span>Evolution of India&#8217;s Anti-Submarine Warfare Capability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">India has continuously modernised its naval forces to address evolving maritime challenges. Earlier generations of anti-submarine vessels served effectively for decades but required replacement with modern platforms featuring advanced sonar, communication and weapon systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ASW Shallow Water Craft programme was initiated to build a new class of specialised coastal warships capable of protecting India&#8217;s littoral waters. The project forms part of the broader naval modernisation programme aimed at strengthening indigenous shipbuilding capabilities and improving maritime security.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The launch of Machilipatnam follows the induction of other ASW shallow water craft under the same programme, demonstrating steady progress in expanding India&#8217;s submarine-hunting fleet and enhancing operational readiness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_This_News\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from This News<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>S. No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>Machilipatnam is an Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC) launched for the Indian Navy.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The vessel strengthens India&#8217;s coastal defence and underwater surveillance capabilities.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>It is designed to detect and neutralise enemy submarines operating in shallow waters.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>The project supports the Government of India&#8217;s <strong>Aatmanirbhar Bharat<\/strong> initiative through indigenous defence manufacturing.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>The induction of such vessels enhances India&#8217;s maritime security in the strategically important Indian Ocean Region.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">ASW Shallow Water Craft Machilipatnam<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions_FAQs_on_Indian_Navy_Launches_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft_Machilipatnam\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on Indian Navy Launches ASW Shallow Water Craft <em>Machilipatnam<\/em><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_the_full_form_of_ASW-SWC\"><\/span>1. What is the full form of ASW-SWC?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> ASW-SWC stands for <strong>Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft<\/strong>. These specialised naval vessels are designed to detect, track and neutralise enemy submarines operating in shallow coastal waters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_organisation_launched_the_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft_Machilipatnam\"><\/span>2. Which organisation launched the ASW Shallow Water Craft <em>Machilipatnam<\/em>?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The <strong>Indian Navy<\/strong> launched the ASW Shallow Water Craft <em>Machilipatnam<\/em> as part of its efforts to strengthen coastal defence and underwater surveillance capabilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_is_the_primary_role_of_the_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft\"><\/span>3. What is the primary role of the ASW Shallow Water Craft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The primary role of ASW Shallow Water Craft is to conduct <strong>anti-submarine warfare operations<\/strong>, including detecting and countering hostile submarines near coastal areas, ports and strategic maritime locations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Why_are_shallow_water_craft_important_for_Indias_maritime_security\"><\/span>4. Why are shallow water craft important for India&#8217;s maritime security?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Shallow water craft are important because submarines can operate secretly in coastal regions. These vessels improve India&#8217;s ability to monitor underwater activities and protect ports, naval bases and offshore infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_Indian_initiative_is_supported_by_the_construction_of_ASW_Shallow_Water_Craft\"><\/span>5. Which Indian initiative is supported by the construction of ASW Shallow Water Craft?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Answer:<\/strong> The construction of ASW Shallow Water Craft supports the <strong>Aatmanirbhar Bharat (Self-Reliant India) initiative<\/strong> by promoting indigenous defence manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Which_branch_of_the_Indian_Armed_Forces_operates_naval_warships\"><\/span>6. 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