The Indian Navy will commission its second MH-60R helicopter squadron, INAS 335 (Ospreys), on December 17, 2025, at INS Hansa, Goa, marking a significant milestone in the Navy’s modernisation journey. The commissioning ceremony will be held in the presence of Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff.
Equipped with cutting-edge weapons, sensors, and advanced avionics, the MH-60R Seahawk is a multi-role helicopter designed to meet both conventional and asymmetric maritime threats. Its induction significantly enhances the Indian Navy’s capabilities in anti-submarine warfare, anti-surface operations, surveillance, and search-and-rescue missions.
Having already been fully integrated into fleet operations, the MH-60R has demonstrated its operational effectiveness on several occasions. The commissioning of INAS 335 will provide a substantial boost to the Navy’s integral aviation strength, reinforcing India’s maritime security framework and operational readiness.
