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India is expanding its naval strength with a 200-plus ship target by 2035. Over 50 ships and submarines are under construction in Indian shipyards.
India Targets 200+ Ship Navy by 2035 With Major Indigenous Shipbuilding Push
India is rapidly strengthening its naval power with a clear long-term goal: building a 200-plus ship Indian Navy by 2035. Speaking in April 2026, the Chief of the Naval Staff said the Navy is firmly on course toward this target, with every new induction increasingly focused on indigenous design and construction.
This expansion is being driven by India’s strategic need to secure the Indian Ocean Region (IOR) amid growing regional competition and increased maritime activity. The government has repeatedly emphasized that naval modernization is closely tied to self-reliance, with warships and submarines on order now being built in Indian shipyards.
At present, more than 50 ships and submarines are under construction for the Indian Navy. According to the Ministry of Defence, these platforms are being built mainly through the indigenous route, reflecting India’s shift from being a buyer’s navy to a builder’s navy.
The fleet under construction includes a mix of stealth frigates, destroyers, anti-submarine warfare vessels, offshore patrol vessels, support craft, and submarines. Official updates in 2025 and 2026 show continued progress across multiple shipbuilding programs, including launches, deliveries, and commissionings tied to India’s naval modernization roadmap.
India’s shipbuilding push is spread across major domestic yards, with the government stressing that current naval orders are being executed in Indian facilities from design to delivery. This is a major boost to the country’s defence manufacturing ecosystem and aligns with the broader Aatmanirbhar Bharat vision.
In terms of induction pace, the claim that India is inducting 15–20 ships annually in 2025–2026 appears overstated based on official information currently available. The Ministry of Defence’s 2025 year-end review said the Indian Navy commissioned 12 ships and submarines in 2025, which still reflects a strong expansion pace.
The broader message is clear: India is investing heavily in indigenous warship production to build a larger, more modern navy capable of protecting sea lanes, strengthening deterrence, and securing its strategic interests across the Indian Ocean. With over 50 platforms already under construction and the 2035 target officially reiterated in 2026, the Indian Navy’s expansion is now one of the most significant long-term defence projects underway in the country.
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