SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
Dr Samir V Kamat, the chairman of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced that the Air-independent propulsion (AIP) system will be integrated into the Indian Navy’s Scorpène submarine by 2026. This significant upgrade will substantially enhance the submerged endurance of the diesel-electric submarine, bolstering its capabilities.
The AIP system will be inserted into the Scorpène submarine through a process involving cutting and welding. This innovative approach will enable the submarine to remain submerged for extended periods, significantly improving its operational effectiveness. As Dr Kamat emphasized, the success of a submarine lies in its ability to remain undetected. By staying submerged for longer durations, the AIP-equipped Scorpène will gain a tactical advantage, enhancing the Indian Navy’s capabilities.
The INS Kalvari, the first of the Scorpène class of submarines in the Indian Navy, is scheduled to undergo a major refit at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited in 2025. This refit will provide an opportunity to install the AIP system, further modernizing the submarine and ensuring its continued operational readiness.
The AIP system is a crucial development for the Indian Navy, as it will enable the Scorpène submarines to carry out missions with greater autonomy and stealth. This technology will enhance the Navy’s capabilities in areas such as surveillance, reconnaissance, and anti-submarine warfare.
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