Daijiworld Media Network - New Delhi

New Delhi, Nov 5: The Indian Navy is set to strengthen its hydrographic survey capabilities with the commissioning of Ikshak, the third ship of the Survey Vessel (Large) [SVL] class and the first to be based at the Southern Naval Command, the Ministry of Defence announced on Wednesday.

The vessel will be formally inducted into service at a ceremony at Naval Base, Kochi, on November 6, 2025, in the presence of Indian Navy Chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi.

Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, Kolkata, Ikshak showcases India’s growing self-reliance in shipbuilding. The Ministry highlighted that the vessel features over 80% indigenous content, developed through collaboration between GRSE and Indian MSMEs, reflecting the success of

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