INS Ghorpad (L14)

INS Ghorpad (L14) is a Landing Ship Tank (LST) of the Magar-class in the Indian Navy. Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, it is designed for amphibious operations, primarily for landing troops, vehicles, and equipment ashore. The ship plays a crucial role in humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) operations, as well as supporting India's strategic reach. Commissioned into service, INS Ghorpad enhances the Indian Navy's capabilities in maritime security and power projection within the Indian Ocean region. The "L14" denotes its pennant number, a unique identifier for naval vessels.