The first of two Advanced Frigates under construction by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) with technology transfer from Russia for the Indian Navy, was launched on 23 Jul 24 at GSL, Goa.
- India had contracted four frigates from Russia in October 2016, two of them to be built in Russia and two at the GSL.
- The ship has been named Triput, after the mighty arrow, representing the indomitable spirit of Indian Navy and its ability to strike far and deep.
- In November 2018, the GSL signed a $500-million deal with Rosoboronexport of Russia for material, design and specialist assistance to locally manufacture the two frigates.
- The Triput class frigates are 125-metre long and 15-metre wide, with a displacement of approximately 3,600 tons and a maximum speed of 28 knots.
