India seeks to become a manufacturer in the defence sector, says PM Modi
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Why in news
PM Modi commissioned three new naval ships in Kolkata on June 21, 2026, highlighting India's push for self-reliance in maritime shipbuilding.
Background
The commissioned ships include INS Dunagiri (stealth frigate), INS Sanshodhak (survey vessel), and INS Agray (anti-submarine warfare shallow watercraft). The commissioning took place in Kolkata as part of the government's initiative to bolster maritime capabilities and domestic manufacturing.
Facts for Prelims
- FactINS Dunagiri: A stealth frigate commissioned on June 21, 2026
- FactINS Sanshodhak: A survey vessel commissioned on June 21, 2026
- FactINS Agray: An anti-submarine warfare shallow watercraft commissioned on June 21, 2026
- PostPM Narendra Modi commissioned the ships in Kolkata
For Mains
Q. Examine the significance of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' in the defence manufacturing sector and its implications for India's maritime security and strategic autonomy.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing dependence on foreign OEMs for critical naval components and stealth technologies
- Industrial base expansion: Transitioning from a primary importer to a manufacturing hub for high-tech maritime assets
- Maritime security: Enhancing shallow water capabilities to counter asymmetric threats in the Indian Ocean Region
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Maritime Security · Strategic Autonomy · Defence Manufacturing · Indigenization
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