L&T Delivers INS Samarthak, India’s First Indigenous Multi-Purpose Vessel to Indian Navy
The vessel was delivered from L&T’s Kattupalli Shipyard near Chennai in the presence of senior officials from the Indian Navy and L&T. INS Samarthak was conceptualised, engineered and built entirely in-house at L&T’s Warship Design Centre and Shipyard at Kattupalli.
With more than 75% indigenous content, the vessel reflects the Government of India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and strengthens domestic capabilities in advanced naval shipbuilding.
INS Samarthak is a specialised multi-role test and trials platform designed to support the development and enhancement of future combat capabilities of the Indian Navy. The vessel’s name, meaning “supporter”, reflects its multi-dimensional operational role.
Beyond technology development and trials, the MPV will support maritime surveillance, patrolling, humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR), as well as environmental protection operations.
The vessel is equipped with a state-of-the-art Dynamic Positioning System, enabling precise control and manoeuvrability during complex marine operations.
Commenting on the occasion, A T Ramchandani, Senior VP & Head – L&T Precision Engineering & Systems, said, “This is a momentous occasion, and we are proud to have delivered the first of its kind multi-purpose vessel to the Navy. This reaffirms L&T’s shipbuilding capability to undertake construction of warships and showcases L&T’s commitment to national security.”
Published on:
03 September 2026
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