Indian Navy Set To Commission Survey Vessel 'Ikshak' On November 6

Last Updated:October 27, 2025, 18:59 IST

Ikshak, the Indian Navy’s third Survey Vessel (Large), will be commissioned at Naval Base Kochi on November 6.

Indian Navy’s indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large), Ikshak

The Indian Navy’s indigenously built Survey Vessel (Large), Ikshak, will be commissioned at Naval Base Kochi on November 6. The ceremony will be presided over by Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff, marking the formal induction of the vessel.

Ikshak is the third ship of its class and its commissioning highlights the Indian Navy’s commitment to construct advanced, state-of-the-art platforms, furthering the momentum of capability enhancement and self-reliance in indigenous hydrographic excellence.

The ship is built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, Kolkata, under the supervision of the Directorate of Ship Production and the Warship Overseeing Team (Kolkata). Over 80 per cent of Ikshak’s content is indigenous.

The vessel stands as a testament to the successful collaboration between GRSE and Indian MSMEs, proudly reflecting the spirit and strength of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, Ministry of Defence said in a statement.

“Beyond her primary role in hydrographic survey operations, Ikshak is designed with dual-role capability, serving as a Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) platform and as a Hospital Ship during emergencies," the statement adds.

One of the key features of the ship is that Ikshak is the first SVL ship with dedicated accommodation for women. This reflects the Indian Navy’s inclusive and progressive approach towards a future-ready fleet.

The ship’s name, Ikshak, meaning ‘The Guide’, aptly symbolises her mission – to chart the unknown, ensure safe passage for mariners, and strengthen India’s maritime power.

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