Which is the second indigenous Diving Support Vessel (DSV) delivered to the Indian Navy?

The state-owned Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in Visakhapatnam delivered the second indigenously designed and built Diving Support Vessel (DSV), named 'Nipun', to the Indian Navy on July 30, 2026.

Predecessor: The first vessel of this specialized class, INS Nistar, was successfully commissioned in July 2025.Key Features: 'Nipun' is an 118-meter-long vessel with a displacement of over 8,560 tonnes. It boasts nearly 75% indigenous content, aligning with the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision.

Strategic Significance:The ship serves as a crucial "Mother Ship" for Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicles (DSRVs), enabling deep-sea saturation diving, submarine rescue operations, and underwater salvage missions.