On January 15, 2025, a historic milestone was achieved for the Indian Navy with the commissioning of three frontline platforms — INS Nilgiri, INS Vaghsheer, and INS Surat — on the same day. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi presided over the commissioning ceremony at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Key Highlights
1. INS Surat:
- Class: P15B Guided Missile Destroyer.
- Distinction: The fourth and final ship of the P15B project, ranking among the largest and most advanced destroyers globally.
- Key Features:
- Indigenous Content: 75%, showcasing India’s push towards self-reliance in defense manufacturing.
- Technological Edge: Equipped with state-of-the-art weapon and sensor packages, including advanced network-centric capabilities.
- Role: Designed for multi-dimensional warfare, capable of addressing threats from the air, surface, and sub-surface.
2. INS Nilgiri:
- Class: P17A Stealth Frigate.
- Distinction: The first ship of the P17A project, reflecting a new generation of indigenous stealth frigates.
- Design: Crafted by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau.
- Key Features:
- Enhanced survivability, seakeeping, and stealth capabilities.
- Incorporates cutting-edge technology, making it versatile and effective in complex maritime operations.
- Role: Versatile in anti-submarine warfare, surface combat, and other maritime missions.
3. INS Vaghsheer:
- Class: P75 Scorpene Submarine.
- Distinction: The sixth and final submarine under the P75 project, built in collaboration with the Naval Group of France.
- Key Features:
- Represents India’s growing expertise in submarine construction.
- Designed for stealth and equipped with advanced technology for effective underwater warfare.
- Role: Optimized for anti-ship and anti-submarine missions, intelligence gathering, and surveillance.
