Rajnath Singh commissions INS Mahendragiri, India’s sixth indigenous stealth frigate with 75% local content
On Saturday, Rajnath Singh commissioned INS Mahendragiri, the sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, into the Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet at Visakhapatnam. With over 75% indigenous content and advanced capabilities, including anti-air, surface, and submarine operations, it strengthens India’s maritime security and self-reliance in defense 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.
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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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