Day 2
Defence & SecuritySkim2025-12-17
Commissioning of INAS 335 MH-60R Squadron
What Happened
On December 17, 2025, the Indian Navy commissioned its second MH-60R Seahawk multi-role helicopter squadron, designated INAS 335 'The Ospreys', at INS Hansa in Goa. These U.S.-manufactured helicopters are specifically equipped for advanced anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare operations.
Why It Matters
This deployment significantly strengthens India's maritime surveillance and combat capabilities along the Western Seaboard, ensuring a robust deterrent against regional underwater threats in the Arabian Sea.
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