Indian Navy set to commission INS Mahendragiri on July 11, 2026
The Indian Navy is set to commission INS Mahendragiri, the sixth indigenous stealth frigate under Project 17A, into its Eastern Fleet at Visakhapatnam on July 11, 2026. The ceremony will be led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh. Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), INS Mahendragiri is equipped with advanced stealth features and indigenous weapon systems, reflecting India’s self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
11 JUL 2026
— The Hindu
Prime Minister Modi and Defence Minister Singh commissioned INS Mahendragiri, a Project 17A stealth frigate, at Visakhapatnam Naval Dockyard on July 11, 2026.
— NDTV
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mahendragiri, a sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, into its Eastern Fleet.
12 JUL 2026
— Indian Express
The Indian Navy commissioned INS Mahendragiri, the sixth of seven Project 17A frigates, marking a significant step in India's maritime capability and technological self-reliance.
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