DSC A24 (Yard 329): Indian Navy's Indigenous Diving Support Craft

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The Indian Navy launched DSC A24 (Yard 329), the final ship of the five-vessel Diving Support Craft project, in Kolkata.
Built by Titagarh Rail Systems Limited, the catamaran vessel displacement ranges between 300 and 400 tonnes.
The project achieves high indigenization with nearly 70% domestic components under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
The craft strictly complies with standard guidelines set by the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).
It will support underwater salvage and inspection operations for the Command Clearance Diving Teams (CCDTs).

The fifth and final vessel of the Diving Support Craft project, named DSC A24 (Yard 329), was launched at the Titagarh shipyard in Kolkata, West Bengal.

It is a specialized twin-hull vessel designed for subsea diving support, salvage work, and coastal operations.
This vessel marks the completion of a five-vessel Diving Support Craft contract awarded by the Indian Navy.

The vessel was built by Titagarh Rail Systems Limited at its facility in Kolkata.
Engineers designed and constructed the ship in compliance with the naval rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).

The project aims to strengthen the operational readiness of the Indian Navy's Command Clearance Diving Teams (CCDTs) for underwater inspections and harbor missions.

The twin-hull catamaran design offers high stability, better sea-keeping ability, and a larger working deck space.
The ship has a displacement capacity of 300 to 400 tonnes, making it ideal for shallow waters.
Domestic manufacturers supplied about 70% of the machinery under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision.
The vessel features specialized equipment to operate subsea tools, divers, and decompression chambers.
It meets strict Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) safety and structural guidelines for maritime use.

The launch completes the five-vessel Diving Support Craft project, enhancing the underwater capabilities of the Indian Navy.
It showcases the growing ability of private shipbuilders like Titagarh Rail Systems Limited under the Make in India initiative.