Titagarh Naval Systems Limited (TNSL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL), has launched the fifth and final Diving Support Craft (DSC) built for the Indian Navy under the Government of India’s Make in India programme. The launch marks the successful completion of the series of five specialised vessels designed to strengthen the Navy’s underwater operational capabilities.
The vessel, DSC A24 (Yard 329), was formally launched into the Hooghly River on August 1, 2026. The ceremony was attended by around 200 guests and dignitaries. Mrs. Kamal Singh, wife of Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh, AVSM, NM, Chief of Personnel, Indian Navy, performed the traditional naming and launch ceremony.
The Diving Support Crafts are catamaran-type vessels equipped with advanced indigenous systems to support the Indian Navy’s Command Clearance Diving Teams (CCDTs). These vessels are designed for underwater inspection, repair, maintenance and salvage operations in harbours and near-shore waters. They will also serve as training platforms for naval diving personnel, helping improve operational readiness and skill development.
Speaking on the occasion, Prithish Chowdhary, Deputy Managing Director, Titagarh Rail Systems Limited, said the launch reflects the growing strength of India’s manufacturing and engineering capabilities. He added that the company remains committed to expanding its presence in the maritime sector while contributing to the country’s vision of self-reliance and the goal of building world-class manufacturing capabilities under the Viksit Bharat initiative.
Commodore Hemant Khatri, Managing Director and CEO of Titagarh Naval Systems Limited, described the launch as an important milestone for the company and for defence shipbuilding in eastern India. He said TNSL has become the first private shipyard in West Bengal to build and deliver commissioned vessels for the Indian Navy and will continue to focus on delivering reliable, high-quality platforms while preparing for more advanced naval shipbuilding programmes.
Vice Admiral Gurcharan Singh said the launch of the fifth vessel represents the successful completion of another key phase of the project. He noted that the craft has nearly 70 percent indigenous content, reflecting the success of the Atmanirbhar Bharat and Make in India initiatives. He also praised the close partnership between the Indian Navy, Titagarh Naval Systems, the Indian Register of Shipping and the engineers, technicians and workers involved in the project.
The successful completion of the Diving Support Craft programme further strengthens TNSL’s position in India’s defence and commercial shipbuilding sector. The company was established following the restructuring of Titagarh Rail Systems to focus exclusively on maritime and naval projects.
To support future growth, TNSL is developing a modern 50-acre shipyard at Falta in West Bengal. The upcoming facility will be equipped with advanced automation and Industry 4.0 technologies and will be capable of building ships up to 180 metres long, with an annual production capacity of 12 to 16 vessels.
The company currently has an order book of around ₹500 crore, including taxes, and plans to expand further by pursuing specialised defence and commercial shipbuilding projects. TNSL is also exploring partnerships with strategic collaborators and investors to strengthen its capabilities and support India’s long-term maritime development goals. With experience in delivering more than 35 defence and commercial vessels, Titagarh Naval Systems aims to play a larger role in building advanced ships for both domestic and international markets while contributing to India’s growing maritime strength.
