The Indian Navy is set to commission a second Diving Support Vessel (DSV) of the Nistar-class on August 31, 2026. The vessel was indigenously designed and constructed by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), Visakhapatnam.
The Indian Navy is set to commission a second Diving Support Vessel (DSV) of the Nistar-class on August 31, 2026 at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai. This vessel, yet unnamed, was indigenously designed and constructed by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), Visakhapatnam. The induction of the specialised vessel will mark an important addition to the Navy’s deep-sea diving and underwater support capabilities and herald the beginning of a new chapter in the ship’s journey from construction to operational service. According to the Press Information Bureau (PIB), the vessel was delivered to the Indian Navy on [date unspecified], following completion of an extensive programme of outfitting and trials.
The forthcoming commissioning of the vessel will further strengthen the Indian Navy’s ability to undertake specialised diving and underwater missions across India’s maritime areas of interest. The ship is equipped with modern diving systems and underwater intervention capabilities, enabling sustained support to divers operating in demanding conditions at sea. It will also augment the Indian Navy’s capability to support submarine rescue operations.
The ship incorporates modern systems for navigation, platform management and precise station keeping, complemented by specialised facilities for diving, underwater intervention and medical support. These capabilities enable the vessel to function as an integrated platform for complex operations beneath the surface.
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Press Information Bureau
