# Indian Navy indigenous shipbuilding developments > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-navy-indigenous-shipbuilding-developments > Updated: 2026-08-31T04:30:23.000Z. Sources: 16. Developments: 3. India is advancing its indigenous shipbuilding capabilities through the development and commissioning of specialized naval vessels. In August 2026, Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd launched ‘Shruti’, the second Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV). Designed for maritime surveillance, anti-piracy, and disaster relief, the vessel supports the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Make in India’ initiatives. On August 31, 2026, the Indian Navy commissioned INS Nipun, its second indigenous Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel (DSV), at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. Built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, the 119.4-metre vessel has a capacity of 10,500 tonnes and features approximately 75% indigenous content. The commissioning ceremony was presided over by Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, who noted that the induction strengthens the Navy’s ability to operate in an “increasingly contested and evolving maritime environment.” INS Nipun is designed for specialized deep-sea operations, including saturation diving at depths of up to 300 metres, underwater intervention, and salvage missions using Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs). A critical capability of the vessel is its role as a mother ship for Deep Submergence Rescue Vessels (DSRV), facilitating personnel rescue from submarines during emergencies. It is also capable of being deployed for humanitarian operations and disaster relief. Alongside its sister ship, INS Nistar, the vessel strengthens India’s ability to respond to underwater contingencies and maritime disasters, potentially serving as a rescue partner for friendly navies in the Indian Ocean Region. ## Claims - Admiral Krishna Swaminathan presided over the commissioning ceremony of INS Nipun. (corroborated by 4 sources) - INS Nipun is the second Diving Support Vessel commissioned into the Indian Navy. (corroborated by 4 sources) - The vessel was built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited. (corroborated by 3 sources) - INS Nipun can serve as a mother ship for Deep Submergence Rescue Vessels to facilitate submarine personnel evacuation. (corroborated by 3 sources) - The vessel contains nearly 75 per cent indigenous content. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The ship can support diving operations at depths of up to 300 metres. (single source) - The vessel is 119.4 metres long and has a capacity of 10,500 tonnes. (single source) - The vessel can be deployed for humanitarian operations and disaster relief. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Indian Navy commissions INS Nipun diving support vessel in Mumbai The Indian Navy commissioned INS Nipun, an indigenous Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel, in Mumbai to bolster deep-sea diving, salvage, and submarine rescue capabilities. 14 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-navy-commissions-ins-nipun-diving-support-vessel-in-mumbai ### 2026-08-25: Indian Navy to commission INS Nipun diving support vessel on August 31 The Indian Navy will commission INS Nipun, an indigenous Diving Support Vessel built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, on August 31, 2026, to enhance submarine rescue and deep-sea capabilities. 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-navy-to-commission-ins-nipun-diving-support-vessel-on-august-31 ### 2026-08-11: Indian Navy launches next-generation patrol vessel ‘Shruti’ The Indian Navy has launched ‘Shruti’, its second indigenously built Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel, at the GRSE shipyard in Kolkata to bolster maritime security and surveillance. 6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-navy-launches-indigenous-patrol-vessel-shruti --- Cite as: Indian Navy indigenous shipbuilding developments. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/indian-navy-indigenous-shipbuilding-developments