Aditya

INS Aditya (A59) is a specialized replenishment and repair ship in service with the Indian Navy. It is designed to provide liquid and solid cargo replenishment to warships at sea, as well as basic maintenance and repair support.

The ship was constructed by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers in Kolkata, with its keel laid in 1989 and launch occurring in 1993. Following extensive trials and delays, it was formally commissioned into the Indian Navy on April 3, 2000. Throughout its operational life, INS Aditya has served as a vital logistical backbone for the Western Fleet, participating in numerous bilateral exercises and overseas deployments.