PM Modi to commission 3 indigenously built naval ships in Kolkata on June 21
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PM Modi is set to commission three indigenously built naval ships (Dunagiri, Sanshodhak, and Agray) in Kolkata on June 21, 2024, highlighting India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' in maritime defence.
Background
The three platforms include the Dunagiri (stealth frigate), Sanshodhak (survey vessel), and Agray (anti-submarine warfare craft). These vessels feature over 75% indigenous content and are equipped with advanced systems like BrahMos missiles and indigenous rocket launchers.
Facts for Prelims
- S&TDunagiri: An advanced stealth frigate equipped with BrahMos missiles and medium-range surface-to-air missile systems.
- S&TSanshodhak: A survey vessel specifically designed for both coastal and deep-water hydrographic surveys.
- S&TAgray: An anti-submarine warfare (ASW) shallow water craft equipped with lightweight torpedoes and indigenous rocket launchers.
- FactIndigenous content in the newly commissioned naval platforms exceeds 75%.
- PlaceThe commissioning ceremony is scheduled to take place in Kolkata on June 21, 2024.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the growth of India's indigenous shipbuilding ecosystem contributes to maritime security and the 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' initiative.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Strategic autonomy: Reducing reliance on foreign shipbuilders for critical maritime combat and hydrographic survey platforms.
- Industrial synergy: Integration of indigenous missile systems (BrahMos) and rocket launchers into naval architecture.
- Maritime domain awareness: Enhanced deep-water survey capabilities for better mapping of the Indian Ocean Region.
Keywords: Atmanirbhar Bharat · Maritime Security · Indigenous Shipbuilding · Stealth Technology · Hydrographic Surveying
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