Indian Navy Gets Delivery of Second Indigenous Diving Support Vessel 'Nipun'

'Nipun', the second indigenously built Diving Support Vessel (DSV), was delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 July 2026 at Visakhapatnam. The vessel was constructed by Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL) in accordance with the Classification Rules of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).

Key Facts About Nipun 

1. Vessel Name: Nipun (second Diving Support Vessel)
2. Built By: Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL)
3. Delivered To: Indian Navy
4. Date & Location: 30 July 2026, Visakhapatnam
5. Classification: Built as per Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) rules
6. Indigenous Content: Nearly 75 percent

What Does ‘Nipun’ Mean?

The name Nipun comes from Sanskrit, meaning "one who is adept, capable, and well versed in a particular discipline." The vessel lives up to this meaning through its specialised design for deep sea diving and sea rescue operations.

Capabilities of the Vessel

1. Equipped with state-of-the-art diving gear and capable of Deep Sea Saturation Diving
2. Fitted with a side diving stage to support diving operations
3. Carries Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) for diver monitoring and salvage work
4. Serves as the Mother Ship for the Deep Submergence Rescue Vessel (DSRV), enabling evacuation of personnel during submarine emergencies

Why Does the Nipun Diving Support Vessel Matter?

The delivery of Nipun marks another step forward in the Indian Navy's push for indigenous shipbuilding, aligning with the government's Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision. It significantly strengthens the Navy's capabilities in the specialised area of deep sea dive operations and submarine rescue readiness.