Future of the Indian Navy

[Jade]

One of the six largest navies of the world......

Cartography:

Of the entire Indian land aera, 9,56% were of water (rivers/lakes), 14,500 km of inland navigable waterways, a coastline of 7,517 km (4,671 mi) ; EEZ 1,630,356 (255,764 sq mi) km2

Personnal Strentgh: 58 000 (+ 9550 Coast Guard)

(+ 55 000 reserve)

Up to 3 Aircraft-Carriers
Up to 1 Vishal ???
(Vishal). Up to 65 000 tons, 260 meters (likely pure Indian indeginously design, derived/enlarged from the Vikrant design, but in CATOBAR configuration). Originaly scheduled to be commissioned by 2018 (with a second ship by 2024 ?). But current economic & technical problems are now delaying the project by severals years......as usual...wait & see...

Up to 1 Vikrant
(Vikrant), 40 000 tons, 252 meters (Indian design with help from Italian shipyard) STOBAR carrier. These construction suffered from initial problems/delays, mainly due to Indian industry shorthcoming. To be commissioned by 2014, with probably 35+ years of service, to be retired by late 2040's.

Up to 1 Vikramaditya
(Vikramaditya), 44 000 tons, 283 meters (former 1980's Ex-Soviet Admiral Gorshkov carrier). Extensively rebuild (2,3 $ billion......yeah...a big joke...) for Indian service. To be commissioned by late 2012, with probable +/- 20 years of further service expected, to be retired during 2030’s.

1 Viraat
(Viraat), 23/28 000 tons, 226 meters (former Ex-British HMS Hermes, built by late 1940’s/1950’s). Extensively refited but fully obsolete, to be retired by 2018...

+/- 10 Destroyers
Up to 4 Type 15B
(Not yet named). Up to 7000 tons (improved design from Type 15B Kolkata, likely with phased array radar, and change in superstructure, for a much more stealthier design). Likely to be commissioned by 2018/2020 and to remain in service until +/- 2050.

Up to 3 Type 15A
(Kolkata, Kochi, Chennai). 6800 tons, 163 meters (improved design from Type 15 Delhi DDG). Commissioned by 2012/2014, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired by mid 2040’s.

3 Type 15
(Delhi, Mysore, Mumbai). 6200 tons, 163 meters (first major indeginously Indian warship). Commissioned by 1997/2001, to remain in service until early 2030’s.

5 Rajput
(Rajput, Rana, Ranjit, Ranvir, Ranvijay). 4000+ tons, 147 meters (Russian Kashin design of early 1960’s). Commissioned by 1980/1988, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired through 2010’s and replaced by the Type 15 A/B DDG’s.

Frigates
Up to ? Shivalik (Type 17)
(Shivalik, Satpura, Sahyadri, others not yet named). 5500 tons, 142 meters. A first batch of 5 ships likely to be commissioned by 2010/2012. A second batch (improved design ?) of 7 ships by 2015/2020.

Up to 6 Talwar
(Talwar, Trishul, Tabar). 3800 tons, 124 meters (Russian 11356 Frigate design). Commissioned by 2003/2004, to remain in service until early 2030’s. A further group of 3 and slightly improved ships (Teg, Tarkash, Trikand) expected to be commissioned by 2011/2012 and to remain in service until early 2040’s.

3 Brahamaputra (Type 16A)
(Brahamaputra, Betwa, Beas). 3800 tons, 126 meters (Indian design derived from Godavari FFG). Commissioned by 2000/2005, to remain in service until mid 2020’s.

3 Godavari (Type 16)
(Godavari, Ganga, Gomati). 3600 tons, 126 meters (Indian design derived from the British Leander FF design). Commissioned by 1983/1988, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired through 2010’s and replaced by some Shivalik FFG’s.

1 Nilgiri
(Taragiri). 2800 meters, 113 meters (improved design from British Leander FF class). Commissioned by 1980, to be retired very soon (2011/2012).

Corvettes/Fast Attack Missile Crafts
4 (+8?) Kamorta (Type 28, more a light frigate than a Corvette...)
(Kamorta, others not yet nammed...). 2500 tons, 109+ meters. Commissioned by 2012+

4 Kora (Type 25A)
(Kora, Kirch, Kulish, Kharmuk). 1400 tons, 91 meters (improved design from Type 25). Commissioned by 1998/2004

4 Khukri (Type 25)
(Khukri, Kuthar, Kirpan, Khanjar). 1300 tons, 91 meters (Around 65% of the ship contains indigenous content). Commissioned by 1989/1991.

10 Veer (Tarantul I)
(Veer, Nirbhik, Nipat, Nishank, Nirghat, Vibhuti, Vipul, Vinash, Vidyut, Nashak). 450 tons, 56 meters (Russian Tarantul I FAC design). First five crafts built in Russia (commissioned by 1987/1989). Next five crafts built in India (commissioned by 1991/1995).

2 Prabal (Tarantul IV)
(Prabal, Pralaya). 450 tons, 56+ meters (Russian Tarantul IV FAC design). Commissioned by 2002.

4 Abhay (Pauk II)
(Abhay, Ajay, Akshay, Agray). 500+ tons, 57 meters (Russian Pauk/Molniya II FAC design). Transferred by 1989/1991.

Submarines
Up to 3 SSBN ???
Up to 3 future SSBN (enlarged/improved from the Arihant design) were expected (hoped) during the 2020’s.

Up to 1 Chakra
(Chakra). 8000+ tons, 110+ meters (ex Russian Akula I SSN). Transferred by late 2011.

Up to 4 ? Arihant (SSN/SSGN)
(Arihant, others not yet named). 6000 tons, 112 meters SGN design (indeginously design derived from olders Soviet designs). All four expected to be commissioned during the 2010’s decade, with probable +/- 30 years of service, to be retired during 2040’s/early 2050's.

Up to 6 future SSK
Project under review, main design possible French "Scorpene" or Russian "Lada/Amur"..., likely to be commissioned by 2018/2023 ?

Up to 6 Scorpene
(Not yet nammed). 1800 tons, 70 meters. Expected to be commissioned by 2015/2020.

10 Sindhughosh
(Sindhughosh, Sindhudhvaj, Sindhuraj, Sindhuvir, Sindhuratna, Sindhukesari, Sindhukirti, Sindhuvijay, Sindhurakshak, Sindhushastra). 2300/3000 tons, 72+ meters (Russian Kilo SSK design). Commissioned by 1986/2000.

4 Shishumar
(Shishumar, Shankush, Shalki, Shankul). 1400/1800 tons, 64+ meters (German Type 209 SSK design). Commissioned by 1986/1994.

Up to 5 future Midgets Submarines
Planned.

+/- 8 Mine-Hunters
Up to 8 newer MCM
8 newer MCM (derived from Italian design), First 2 ships built in south-korea, next 6 built in India under technology transfert (+/- 670 $ million per ship). First two Korean-Built MCM commissioned by 2016 and the next 6 Indian-Built by 2018.

Up to 2 Osprey ?
(Ex-US MCM). Under negociation ?

8 Pondicherry
(Alleppey, Ratnagiri, Karwar, Cannanore, Cuddalore, Kakinanda, Kozhikode, Konkan). 750/870+ tons, 61 meters (Russian Natya MCM design). Commissioned by 1980/1988, likely to be retired by late 2010's.

Large Amphibious
2 or 3 newer LPD ?
Currently under study. Likely to be commissioned by late 2010's...wait & see

1 Jalashwa (LPD)
(Jalashwa). 8000/16 000 tons, 173 meters (ex 1960's US Austin LPD). Transferred by 2007.

3 Shardul (LST)
(Shardul, Kesari, Airavat). 5600 tons, 125 meters. Commissioned by 2007/2009.

2 Magar (LST)
(Magar, Gharial). 5600 tons, 120 meters. Commissioned by 1987/1997.

4 Kumbhir (LSM)
(Cheetah, Mahish, Guldar, Kumbhir). 1200 tons, 83+ meters (Polish Polnocny LSM). Commissioned by 1985/1986.

2 Nicobar (transport)
(Nicobar, Andamans). 20 000 tons, 157 meters (Polish 1991/1999 built), commissioned by 1998/2000.

Small Amphibious
6 or 7 Vasco Da Gama (LCU)
(L-33/39 ?). 500 tons, 57 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1987.

Ocean Patrol Vessels & Survey Vessels
Up to 5 Future OPV
Planned.

Up to 7 Saryu
(Saryu, Sunayna, Sumedha, Sumitra, others not yet nammed). 2200+ tons, 105 meters. Commissioned by 2010+

6 Sukanya
(Sukanya, Subhadra, Suvarna, Savitri, Sharada, Sujata). 1800 tons, 101+ meters. Commissioned by 1989/1993.

Up to 6 newer Survey Ships
(Makar, Meen, others not yet nammed). Unclear data ?

6 Sandhayak (Survey Ships)
(Sandhayak, Nirdeshak, Nirupak, Investigator, Jamuna, Sutlej, Darshak, Sarvekshak). 1300/1900 tons, 85 meters. Commissioned by 1981/2002.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
10+ Car Nicobar
(Car Nicobar, Chetlat, Kora Divh, Cheriyam, Cankaraso, Kondul, Kalpeni, Kabra, Koswari, Karuva). 325 tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 2009/2011.

7 Trinkat/Bangaram (imrpoved SDB Mk 3)
(Trinkat, Tillangchang, Tarasa, Bangaram, Bitra, Bati Malv, Baratang). 260 tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 2000/2006.

Up to 3 SDB Mk 3
(T-58/59, Rajkamal). 160+ tons, 37+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985. Now uncertain status ?

1 Makar
(Mesh). Uncertain data ?

In Shore Patrol Vessels
7 to 8 Super Dvora Mk II
(T-80/86, 87?). 48/60 tons, 22+ meters. Commissioned by 1998/2005.

Replenishment Ships
2 Deepak
(Deepak, Shakti). 27 500 tons, 175 meters (italian design). Commissioned by 2011.

1 Jyoti
(Jyoti). 35 900 tons, 178 meters (russian Komandarm Fedko design). Commissioned by 1996.

1 Aditya
(Aditya). 24 000 tons, 172 meters. Commissioned by 2000.

1 Ambika
(Ambika). Commissioned by 1995

6 Poshak class
(Palan, Pushpa...). Data unclear ?

Various Auxiliary Ships
1 Sagardhwani (research ship)
(Sagardhwani). 1300/2000 tons, 85 meters. Commissioned by 1994.

1 Tir (training ship)
(Tir). 2400/3200 tons, 105+ meters. Commissioned by 1986.

1 Krishna (training ship)
(Krishna). Commissioned by 1995.

1 Sudarshini (sail training ship)
(Sudarshini). Commissioned by 2011.

2 Varuna (sail training ship)
(Varuna, Tarangini). 400+ tons, 54 meters. Commissioned by 1981/1997.

1 Mhadel (Yacht)
(Mhadel). Uncertain data ?

2 Astravahini (Torpedo recovery vessels)
( Astravahini, ?). Uncertain data ?

1 Lakshadweep (hospital ship)
(Lakshadweep). 800+ tons, 82 meters. Commissioned by 1981.

1 Nireekshak (submarine rescue ship, diving support ship)
(Nireekshak). 3600 tons, 70+ meters. Commissioned by 1989.

1 Gaj (ocean tug)
(Gaj). 560 tons, 34 meters. Commissioned by 2002.

1 Matanga (ocean tug)
(Matanga). 1600 tons, 67+ meters. Commissioned by 1983

Likely few others auxiliary ships (Water Carrier, Diving Tender, ect...). Data unclear ?
Likely severals Harbour Tugs, data unclear ?

INDIAN MARINES (1200)
Data unclear about their equipment ?

SAGAR PRAHARI BAL (1000+)
Created as a consequence of the infamous Mumbai terrorist Attacks
Up to 80 small patrol crafts

INDIAN COAST GUARD (9500+)
Off Shore/Ocean Patrol Vessels
2 Sankalp ?
Uncertain data ?

4 Samar ?
Uncertain data ?

8 Vikram ?
Uncertain data ?

6 Vijaya
(Vijaya, Varuna.......). 1000+ tons, 74+ meters. Commissioned by 1985/1990.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
7 Sarojini-Naidu
(Sarojini Naidu, Durgabai Deshmukh, Kasturba Gandhi...). 235+ tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 2002/2008.

1 Rani Abbakka
Uncertain data ?

7 Jija Bai Mod 1
(Priyadarshini, Annie Beseant, Kamla Devi, Amrit Kaur, Kanak Lata Barua, Bhikaji Cama, Sucheta Kripalani). 215 tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 1991/1998.

7 Jija Bai
(Jija Bai, Chand Bai, Kittur Chinnama, Rani Jindan, Habbahkhatun, Ramadevi, Avvayar). 180+ tons, 44+ meters. Commissioned by 1983/1985

8 Priyadarshini
Uncertain data ?

6 Tara Bai
(Tara Bai, Ahalya Bai, Lakshami Bai, Akka Devi, Naiki Devi, Ganga Devi). 170+ tons, 44+ meters. Commissioned by 1987/1990

2 Rajkiran (SDB Mk 2)
(Rajkiran, Rajkamal). 200 tons, 37+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985

In Shore Patrol Vessels
9 (+6) P-2000
(C-131/140...). 49 tons, 20+ meters. Commissioned by 1993/1998+

6 Swallow 65
(C-01/06, 63). 32 tons, 20 meters. Commissioned by early 1980's.

6 Griffon 8000 TDX (overcrafts)
(H-181/186). 27 tons, 21+ meters. Commissioned by 2000/2002.

INDIAN SHIPS UNDER A ANOTHER ADMINISTRATION
6 ? Fisherie Protection Crafts
(Kallyani, Kayerii, Karuna, Keishna, Kalpoka). 16+ meters. Delivered by 1996+

BORDERS SECURITY FORCES
Numbers of 17 meters small crafs ?

INDIAN COAST GUARD AVIATION
Aircrafts
- 24 Do-228 (transport)

Helicopters
- 17 HAL Chetal SA-316B Alouette III (utility)

INDIAN NAVAL AVIATION (7000)
Aicrafts
- Up to 11 Sea-Harrier FRS Mk 51
- 4 Tu-142M Bear (ASW).
- 14 Do-228 (Maritime Patrol)
- 6 Il-38 May (Maritime Patrol)
- 17 BN-2 Islander (Transport)
- 10 Do-228 (Transport)
- 10 HAL-784M (Transport)
- 6 HJT-16 Mk II (Training)
- 6 HJT-16 Mk II Kiran II (Training)
- 8 HPT-32 Deepak

Helicopters
- 7 Ka-25 Hormone (ASW)
- 12 Ka-28 (Ka-27PL) Helix A (ASW)
- Up to 21 Sea King Mk 42A (ASW)
- 14 Sea King Mk 42B (ASW)
- 9 Ka-31 Helix B (AEW)
- 4 Dhruv ALH 2 (Utility)
- 8 HAL Chetak SA-316B Alouette III (Utility)
- Up to 23 SA-319 Alouette III (Utility)
- Up to 6 UH-3H Sea King (Utility)

UAV
- 8 Searcher Mk II
- 4 Heron

Combat Fleets Of The World: Future of the Indian Navy

 

[Jade]

INS Vishal is the second of the Vikrant class aircraft carrier(formerly Project 71 "Air Defence Ship").

Like the Vikrant, the INS Vishal will be built at Cochin Shipyard Limited; The keel for the INS Vishal is expected to be laid down in mid-2011 or early 2012. It is projected to be a 65,000 tonnes aircraft carrier, with a CATOBAR layout rather than the ski-jump layout currently planned for the INS Vikramaditya and the INS Vikrant. Reports have suggested that the Indian Navy has shown interest in implementing the use of the EMALS system developed for the United States Navy, rather than outfitting the INS Vishal with a conventional steam-powered catapult.

Like the two aircraft carriers scheduled to enter service before it, the INS Vishal is expected to carry MiG-29Ks, naval versions of the HAL Tejas and the Ka-31 Airborne Early Warning Helicopter. The Indian Navy has also sent RFIs to Dassault Aviation for the Dassault Rafale, EADS for the Eurofighter Typhoon, and Boeing for F/A-18F Super Hornet to meet the needs of a future carrier-based combat aircraft. Both Saab and Lockheed-Martin have expressed interest in the competition, offering the JAS 39 Sea Gripen) and F-35 Lightning II 'B' and 'C' versions respectively.

The INS Vishal is expected to be commissioned in 2017/2018.

I hope Rafale M wins. After MMRCA, integration and service of Rafale M would be easier. What do you guys say?

 

[Jade]

Indian Navy to procure five midget submarines

To strengthen its capabilities of carrying out special underwater operations in high seas and enemy harbours, the Indian Navy is planning to procure five midget submarines for the Marine Commandos (MARCOS).

Submarines weighing less than 150 tonnes are classified as midgets and are used by the navies to carry out underwater covert operations and surveillance missions.

The Navy has already initiated the process of procuring these vessels and recently issued a Request for Proposal to Indian shipyards including Hindustan Shipyards Limited, ABG and Pipavav shipyards, defence ministry sources told PTI here.

Initially, the Navy was planning to get only five of these vessels but the inductions can be doubled later on.

The induction of these midgets is part of the Navy's efforts to strengthen its operational capabilities after the 26/11 terror strikes in Mumbai last year, sources said.

With a capacity of carrying four to six personnel on board, the submarines would have a diving depth of around 400m, they added.

The midgets, sources said, will have the capability of carrying out both manned and unmanned operations and will be equipped with a host of weapons including torpedoes.

Due to their faster speed and smaller size, midgets are able to escape the enemy Sound Navigation and Ranging (SONAR) probes making them useful in carrying out covert operations, they said, and help troops to penetrate into hostile territory without getting noticed by enemies.

These submarines, sources said, would be capable of being launched independently or being attached with larger mother submarines.

Midgets can be taken close to far-off enemy areas by attaching them with conventional submarines and can be launched once they are close to the area of operation.

The midgets can also be deployed along the coastal areas to keep a check on the suspicious activities close to the shores.

Indian Navy to procure five midget submarines - India - DNA

May be useful to prevent 26/11 kind of incidences from occurring

 

[T90TankGuy]

One of the six largest navies of the world......

Cartography:

Of the entire Indian land aera, 9,56% were of water (rivers/lakes), 14,500 km of inland navigable waterways, a coastline of 7,517 km (4,671 mi) ; EEZ 1,630,356 (255,764 sq mi) km2

Personnal Strentgh: 58 000 (+ 9550 Coast Guard)

(+ 55 000 reserve)

Up to 3 Aircraft-Carriers
Up to 1 Vishal ???
(Vishal). Up to 65 000 tons, 260 meters (likely pure Indian indeginously design, derived/enlarged from the Vikrant design, but in CATOBAR configuration). Originaly scheduled to be commissioned by 2018 (with a second ship by 2024 ?). But current economic & technical problems are now delaying the project by severals years......as usual...wait & see...

Up to 1 Vikrant
(Vikrant), 40 000 tons, 252 meters (Indian design with help from Italian shipyard) STOBAR carrier. These construction suffered from initial problems/delays, mainly due to Indian industry shorthcoming. To be commissioned by 2014, with probably 35+ years of service, to be retired by late 2040's.

Up to 1 Vikramaditya
(Vikramaditya), 44 000 tons, 283 meters (former 1980's Ex-Soviet Admiral Gorshkov carrier). Extensively rebuild (2,3 $ billion......yeah...a big joke...) for Indian service. To be commissioned by late 2012, with probable +/- 20 years of further service expected, to be retired during 2030’s.

1 Viraat
(Viraat), 23/28 000 tons, 226 meters (former Ex-British HMS Hermes, built by late 1940’s/1950’s). Extensively refited but fully obsolete, to be retired by 2018...

+/- 10 Destroyers
Up to 4 Type 15B
(Not yet named). Up to 7000 tons (improved design from Type 15B Kolkata, likely with phased array radar, and change in superstructure, for a much more stealthier design). Likely to be commissioned by 2018/2020 and to remain in service until +/- 2050.

Up to 3 Type 15A
(Kolkata, Kochi, Chennai). 6800 tons, 163 meters (improved design from Type 15 Delhi DDG). Commissioned by 2012/2014, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired by mid 2040’s.

3 Type 15
(Delhi, Mysore, Mumbai). 6200 tons, 163 meters (first major indeginously Indian warship). Commissioned by 1997/2001, to remain in service until early 2030’s.

5 Rajput
(Rajput, Rana, Ranjit, Ranvir, Ranvijay). 4000+ tons, 147 meters (Russian Kashin design of early 1960’s). Commissioned by 1980/1988, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired through 2010’s and replaced by the Type 15 A/B DDG’s.

Frigates
Up to ? Shivalik (Type 17)
(Shivalik, Satpura, Sahyadri, others not yet named). 5500 tons, 142 meters. A first batch of 5 ships likely to be commissioned by 2010/2012. A second batch (improved design ?) of 7 ships by 2015/2020.

Up to 6 Talwar
(Talwar, Trishul, Tabar). 3800 tons, 124 meters (Russian 11356 Frigate design). Commissioned by 2003/2004, to remain in service until early 2030’s. A further group of 3 and slightly improved ships (Teg, Tarkash, Trikand) expected to be commissioned by 2011/2012 and to remain in service until early 2040’s.

3 Brahamaputra (Type 16A)
(Brahamaputra, Betwa, Beas). 3800 tons, 126 meters (Indian design derived from Godavari FFG). Commissioned by 2000/2005, to remain in service until mid 2020’s.

3 Godavari (Type 16)
(Godavari, Ganga, Gomati). 3600 tons, 126 meters (Indian design derived from the British Leander FF design). Commissioned by 1983/1988, with probable +/- 30 year of life, to be retired through 2010’s and replaced by some Shivalik FFG’s.

1 Nilgiri
(Taragiri). 2800 meters, 113 meters (improved design from British Leander FF class). Commissioned by 1980, to be retired very soon (2011/2012).

Corvettes/Fast Attack Missile Crafts
4 (+8?) Kamorta (Type 28, more a light frigate than a Corvette...)
(Kamorta, others not yet nammed...). 2500 tons, 109+ meters. Commissioned by 2012+

4 Kora (Type 25A)
(Kora, Kirch, Kulish, Kharmuk). 1400 tons, 91 meters (improved design from Type 25). Commissioned by 1998/2004

4 Khukri (Type 25)
(Khukri, Kuthar, Kirpan, Khanjar). 1300 tons, 91 meters (Around 65% of the ship contains indigenous content). Commissioned by 1989/1991.

10 Veer (Tarantul I)
(Veer, Nirbhik, Nipat, Nishank, Nirghat, Vibhuti, Vipul, Vinash, Vidyut, Nashak). 450 tons, 56 meters (Russian Tarantul I FAC design). First five crafts built in Russia (commissioned by 1987/1989). Next five crafts built in India (commissioned by 1991/1995).

2 Prabal (Tarantul IV)
(Prabal, Pralaya). 450 tons, 56+ meters (Russian Tarantul IV FAC design). Commissioned by 2002.

4 Abhay (Pauk II)
(Abhay, Ajay, Akshay, Agray). 500+ tons, 57 meters (Russian Pauk/Molniya II FAC design). Transferred by 1989/1991.

Submarines
Up to 3 SSBN ???
Up to 3 future SSBN (enlarged/improved from the Arihant design) were expected (hoped) during the 2020’s.

Up to 1 Chakra
(Chakra). 8000+ tons, 110+ meters (ex Russian Akula I SSN). Transferred by late 2011.

Up to 4 ? Arihant (SSN/SSGN)
(Arihant, others not yet named). 6000 tons, 112 meters SGN design (indeginously design derived from olders Soviet designs). All four expected to be commissioned during the 2010’s decade, with probable +/- 30 years of service, to be retired during 2040’s/early 2050's.

Up to 6 future SSK
Project under review, main design possible French "Scorpene" or Russian "Lada/Amur"..., likely to be commissioned by 2018/2023 ?

Up to 6 Scorpene
(Not yet nammed). 1800 tons, 70 meters. Expected to be commissioned by 2015/2020.

10 Sindhughosh
(Sindhughosh, Sindhudhvaj, Sindhuraj, Sindhuvir, Sindhuratna, Sindhukesari, Sindhukirti, Sindhuvijay, Sindhurakshak, Sindhushastra). 2300/3000 tons, 72+ meters (Russian Kilo SSK design). Commissioned by 1986/2000.

4 Shishumar
(Shishumar, Shankush, Shalki, Shankul). 1400/1800 tons, 64+ meters (German Type 209 SSK design). Commissioned by 1986/1994.

Up to 5 future Midgets Submarines
Planned.

+/- 8 Mine-Hunters
Up to 8 newer MCM
8 newer MCM (derived from Italian design), First 2 ships built in south-korea, next 6 built in India under technology transfert (+/- 670 $ million per ship). First two Korean-Built MCM commissioned by 2016 and the next 6 Indian-Built by 2018.

Up to 2 Osprey ?
(Ex-US MCM). Under negociation ?

8 Pondicherry
(Alleppey, Ratnagiri, Karwar, Cannanore, Cuddalore, Kakinanda, Kozhikode, Konkan). 750/870+ tons, 61 meters (Russian Natya MCM design). Commissioned by 1980/1988, likely to be retired by late 2010's.

Large Amphibious
2 or 3 newer LPD ?
Currently under study. Likely to be commissioned by late 2010's...wait & see

1 Jalashwa (LPD)
(Jalashwa). 8000/16 000 tons, 173 meters (ex 1960's US Austin LPD). Transferred by 2007.

3 Shardul (LST)
(Shardul, Kesari, Airavat). 5600 tons, 125 meters. Commissioned by 2007/2009.

2 Magar (LST)
(Magar, Gharial). 5600 tons, 120 meters. Commissioned by 1987/1997.

4 Kumbhir (LSM)
(Cheetah, Mahish, Guldar, Kumbhir). 1200 tons, 83+ meters (Polish Polnocny LSM). Commissioned by 1985/1986.

2 Nicobar (transport)
(Nicobar, Andamans). 20 000 tons, 157 meters (Polish 1991/1999 built), commissioned by 1998/2000.

Small Amphibious
6 or 7 Vasco Da Gama (LCU)
(L-33/39 ?). 500 tons, 57 meters. Commissioned by 1980/1987.

Ocean Patrol Vessels & Survey Vessels
Up to 5 Future OPV
Planned.

Up to 7 Saryu
(Saryu, Sunayna, Sumedha, Sumitra, others not yet nammed). 2200+ tons, 105 meters. Commissioned by 2010+

6 Sukanya
(Sukanya, Subhadra, Suvarna, Savitri, Sharada, Sujata). 1800 tons, 101+ meters. Commissioned by 1989/1993.

Up to 6 newer Survey Ships
(Makar, Meen, others not yet nammed). Unclear data ?

6 Sandhayak (Survey Ships)
(Sandhayak, Nirdeshak, Nirupak, Investigator, Jamuna, Sutlej, Darshak, Sarvekshak). 1300/1900 tons, 85 meters. Commissioned by 1981/2002.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
10+ Car Nicobar
(Car Nicobar, Chetlat, Kora Divh, Cheriyam, Cankaraso, Kondul, Kalpeni, Kabra, Koswari, Karuva). 325 tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 2009/2011.

7 Trinkat/Bangaram (imrpoved SDB Mk 3)
(Trinkat, Tillangchang, Tarasa, Bangaram, Bitra, Bati Malv, Baratang). 260 tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 2000/2006.

Up to 3 SDB Mk 3
(T-58/59, Rajkamal). 160+ tons, 37+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985. Now uncertain status ?

1 Makar
(Mesh). Uncertain data ?

In Shore Patrol Vessels
7 to 8 Super Dvora Mk II
(T-80/86, 87?). 48/60 tons, 22+ meters. Commissioned by 1998/2005.

Replenishment Ships
2 Deepak
(Deepak, Shakti). 27 500 tons, 175 meters (italian design). Commissioned by 2011.

1 Jyoti
(Jyoti). 35 900 tons, 178 meters (russian Komandarm Fedko design). Commissioned by 1996.

1 Aditya
(Aditya). 24 000 tons, 172 meters. Commissioned by 2000.

1 Ambika
(Ambika). Commissioned by 1995

6 Poshak class
(Palan, Pushpa...). Data unclear ?

Various Auxiliary Ships
1 Sagardhwani (research ship)
(Sagardhwani). 1300/2000 tons, 85 meters. Commissioned by 1994.

1 Tir (training ship)
(Tir). 2400/3200 tons, 105+ meters. Commissioned by 1986.

1 Krishna (training ship)
(Krishna). Commissioned by 1995.

1 Sudarshini (sail training ship)
(Sudarshini). Commissioned by 2011.

2 Varuna (sail training ship)
(Varuna, Tarangini). 400+ tons, 54 meters. Commissioned by 1981/1997.

1 Mhadel (Yacht)
(Mhadel). Uncertain data ?

2 Astravahini (Torpedo recovery vessels)
( Astravahini, ?). Uncertain data ?

1 Lakshadweep (hospital ship)
(Lakshadweep). 800+ tons, 82 meters. Commissioned by 1981.

1 Nireekshak (submarine rescue ship, diving support ship)
(Nireekshak). 3600 tons, 70+ meters. Commissioned by 1989.

1 Gaj (ocean tug)
(Gaj). 560 tons, 34 meters. Commissioned by 2002.

1 Matanga (ocean tug)
(Matanga). 1600 tons, 67+ meters. Commissioned by 1983

Likely few others auxiliary ships (Water Carrier, Diving Tender, ect...). Data unclear ?
Likely severals Harbour Tugs, data unclear ?

INDIAN MARINES (1200)
Data unclear about their equipment ?

SAGAR PRAHARI BAL (1000+)
Created as a consequence of the infamous Mumbai terrorist Attacks
Up to 80 small patrol crafts

INDIAN COAST GUARD (9500+)
Off Shore/Ocean Patrol Vessels
2 Sankalp ?
Uncertain data ?

4 Samar ?
Uncertain data ?

8 Vikram ?
Uncertain data ?

6 Vijaya
(Vijaya, Varuna.......). 1000+ tons, 74+ meters. Commissioned by 1985/1990.

Mid Shore Patrol Vessels
7 Sarojini-Naidu
(Sarojini Naidu, Durgabai Deshmukh, Kasturba Gandhi...). 235+ tons, 48+ meters. Commissioned by 2002/2008.

1 Rani Abbakka
Uncertain data ?

7 Jija Bai Mod 1
(Priyadarshini, Annie Beseant, Kamla Devi, Amrit Kaur, Kanak Lata Barua, Bhikaji Cama, Sucheta Kripalani). 215 tons, 46 meters. Commissioned by 1991/1998.

7 Jija Bai
(Jija Bai, Chand Bai, Kittur Chinnama, Rani Jindan, Habbahkhatun, Ramadevi, Avvayar). 180+ tons, 44+ meters. Commissioned by 1983/1985

8 Priyadarshini
Uncertain data ?

6 Tara Bai
(Tara Bai, Ahalya Bai, Lakshami Bai, Akka Devi, Naiki Devi, Ganga Devi). 170+ tons, 44+ meters. Commissioned by 1987/1990

2 Rajkiran (SDB Mk 2)
(Rajkiran, Rajkamal). 200 tons, 37+ meters. Commissioned by 1984/1985

In Shore Patrol Vessels
9 (+6) P-2000
(C-131/140...). 49 tons, 20+ meters. Commissioned by 1993/1998+

6 Swallow 65
(C-01/06, 63). 32 tons, 20 meters. Commissioned by early 1980's.

6 Griffon 8000 TDX (overcrafts)
(H-181/186). 27 tons, 21+ meters. Commissioned by 2000/2002.

INDIAN SHIPS UNDER A ANOTHER ADMINISTRATION
6 ? Fisherie Protection Crafts
(Kallyani, Kayerii, Karuna, Keishna, Kalpoka). 16+ meters. Delivered by 1996+

BORDERS SECURITY FORCES
Numbers of 17 meters small crafs ?

INDIAN COAST GUARD AVIATION
Aircrafts
- 24 Do-228 (transport)

Helicopters
- 17 HAL Chetal SA-316B Alouette III (utility)

INDIAN NAVAL AVIATION (7000)
Aicrafts
- Up to 11 Sea-Harrier FRS Mk 51
- 4 Tu-142M Bear (ASW).
- 14 Do-228 (Maritime Patrol)
- 6 Il-38 May (Maritime Patrol)
- 17 BN-2 Islander (Transport)
- 10 Do-228 (Transport)
- 10 HAL-784M (Transport)
- 6 HJT-16 Mk II (Training)
- 6 HJT-16 Mk II Kiran II (Training)
- 8 HPT-32 Deepak

Helicopters
- 7 Ka-25 Hormone (ASW)
- 12 Ka-28 (Ka-27PL) Helix A (ASW)
- Up to 21 Sea King Mk 42A (ASW)
- 14 Sea King Mk 42B (ASW)
- 9 Ka-31 Helix B (AEW)
- 4 Dhruv ALH 2 (Utility)
- 8 HAL Chetak SA-316B Alouette III (Utility)
- Up to 23 SA-319 Alouette III (Utility)
- Up to 6 UH-3H Sea King (Utility)

UAV
- 8 Searcher Mk II
- 4 Heron

Combat Fleets Of The World: Future of the Indian Navy

we have 8 Tu142 and 5 Il38

 

[tvsram1992]

Navy should buy shore based mki's

 

[Jade]

Navy should buy shore based mki's

What will we do with MKI's. Are there any Naval variants?

 

[Jade]

Indian Navy developing new stealth ships

New Delhi: The Indian naval designers have been working on cutting edge ships of the future. CNN-IBN caught up with naval experts at the President's Fleet Review to find out what the Indian navy fleet will look like, 10 years from now.
The Indian Navy will have a three hulled ship or the Trimaran virtually invisible to the enemy radar because of its stealth design. Its deck gun and missiles have been concealed in every respect.

KN Vaidyanathan, DG, Naval Design, said, "Stealth means reduced radar cross section, reduced underwater noise as well as reduced infrared signature apart from other electric signatures."

"We are also going to use multi-function radars, already our destroyers and new gen frigates are going to have multi-function radars and they are using the vertical launch systems," he added.

The Trimaran concept design follows in the wake of the Navy's first stealth design, the Project 17 Shivalik class ships, two of which are now at sea with a third on the way.

But the Navy is banking on the Shivalik's successor, the Project 17 Alfa stealth vessel, which will have missile silos flush with the deck and torpedo launchers blending along the sides of the vessel. There will also be a concealed hangar for a Kamov helicopter. Naval designers admit that US concepts have influenced some of their ideas.

"If you look at the LCS design of the US Navy, they are moving on the seaframe concept and mission modularity.The idea is to have a basic seaframe for the platform and have a mission module so that you can have role changes for the ship and there can be a quick turnaround of roles," Vaidyanathan said.

With an eye on the future, the Navy is moving towards modular construction and may even participate in Britain's Global Combat Ship project where individual navies can use a common low cost platform to fit their own weapons and systems.

[video]http://ibnlive.in.com/news/indian-navy-developing-new-stealth-ships/213377-3.html[/video]

 

[Lambda]

We need True Air Defence Destroyers with the size of Battle Cruisers with 9000+ Tonnes Displacement, Aeigs Capable Point System with range of 400 Km with 360° Coverage ASEA Radar, Hypersonic Brahmos, Nirbhay Cruise Missile. A programme lasting 20-25 Years with 17-20 inducted like the Alreigh Burke Class.

That would make Indian Navy as much fearful as the USN!

 

[angeldemon_007]

The Indian Navy will have a three hulled ship or the Trimaran virtually invisible to the enemy radar because of its stealth design. Its deck gun and missiles have been concealed in every respect.

This sounds good. But i hate to say this that apart from ibn nobody reported any such plans. As far as i know the future warship projects are P17a, P15b and P28a corvettes. P17a will be advanced version of P17 and P15b advanced version of P15a so no trimaran is possible here unless this information is false because trimaran will involve complete change in the superstructure of these warships. There is a small possibility that this might be P28a but again here also there are reports that P28a will no different from Kamorta class (P28) meaning the only difference in these future warships will be the use of composites and modular shipbuilding although this will also drastically reduce the stealth of these warships as well as the development time.

As far as the first article is concerned...there are lot of mistakes...

 

[Water Car Engineer]

Ins Vikramaditya

IAC-1

Arihant class