Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three new naval vessels (INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three new naval vessels (INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray) to bolster India's maritime self-reliance and stealth capabilities.
Background
The commissioning took place in Kolkata on International Day of Yoga and World Hydrography Day. The new fleet includes an advanced stealth frigate (INS Dunagiri), a survey vessel (INS Sanshodhak), and an anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft (INS Agray).
Facts for Prelims
- S&TINS Dunagiri: An advanced stealth frigate designed for low-observable maritime operations.
- S&TINS Sanshodhak: A specialized survey vessel for hydrographic and maritime mapping.
- S&TINS Agray: An anti-submarine warfare (ASW) craft specifically designed for shallow water environments.
- FactCommissioning occurred in Kolkata during the International Day of Yoga and World Hydrography Day.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the expansion of indigenous warship-building capabilities contributes to India's maritime security and the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing dependence on foreign shipyards for high-tech stealth and ASW platforms.
- Industrial synergy: Integration of domestic MSMEs and heavy industries into the naval defense manufacturing supply chain.
- Maritime domain awareness: Enhanced hydrographic survey capabilities for securing Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZ).
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Maritime Security · Stealth Technology · Anti-Submarine Warfare · Strategic Autonomy
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