New Delhi: The Indian Navy on Monday unveiled the official crest of INS Mahe, the lead vessel of the indigenously designed Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW-SWC). The crest marks a symbolic milestone as the Navy readies to commission the ship later this month.
According to the Ministry of Defence, the emblem draws deeply from Kerala’s cultural and martial traditions. At its centre is the Urumi, the iconic flexible sword associated with Kalarippayattu, Kerala’s ancient martial art. The weapon represents agility, precision and warrior spirit — qualities that define the ship’s operational role.
.@indiannavy is poised to script another milestone in its indigenous shipbuilding journey with the commissioning of Mahe, the first of the Mahe-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW-SWC), at the Naval Dockyard, Mumbai, on 24 November, 2025
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The Ministry noted that the crest captures the blend of India’s heritage and technological advancement, reflecting the Navy’s expanding focus on indigenisation, innovation and Aatmanirbharta.
INS Mahe carries the motto “Silent Hunters”, symbolising the vessel’s strengths in stealth, sharp surveillance, and uncompromising readiness in anti-submarine operations.
The Navy will formally commission INS Mahe on November 24 in Mumbai, adding a potent new platform to India’s coastal defence capabilities.
