Mothership, MCM, Trials Platform: Indian Navy Inducts First Multi-Purpose Vessel
The Indian Navy commissioned its first Multi-Purpose Vessel INS Samarthak at Naval Base, Karwar on October 16, 2026. Built by Larsen and Toubro, the MPV can conduct weapon trials, MCM and act as a mothership for uncrewed assets. INS Samarthak (A 10) is …