INS Vindhyagiri: When the Indian Navy’s advanced stealth frigate INS ‘Vindhyagiri’ was unveiled on Thursday at the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd. (GRSE) facility on the banks of the Hooghly river in Kolkata, President Droupadi Murmu praised the ship’s domestic construction as a testament to India’s shipbuilding independence.
According to the President, the development of the advanced frigate is evidence of both Atmanirbhar Bharat, India’s spirit of independence, and the country’s advancements in technology. “I’m overjoyed to be at the Vindhyagiri event. With this incident, India’s marine capabilities have advanced. Vindhyagiri is a step in the direction of establishing Atmanirbhar Bharat through homegrown shipbuilding, she added.
President on INS Vindhyagiri
In addition, she added, “Project 17A, of which Vindhyagiri is a component, symbolises our dedication to technological advancement and self-reliance. This initiative exemplifies domestic ingenuity for creating cutting-edge technologies. According to what I’ve been told, these multi-mission frigates are equipped to handle any challenges to our marine interests.
She also congratulated the Indian Navy and everyone who helped in the construction and delivery of more than a hundred warships, including frigates like Vindhyagiri. “Your skill and tireless efforts have brought us to this milestone, for which I appreciate the entire team at GRSE for its achievements,” she added.
The sixth ship of the Indian Navy’s Project 17A, Vindhyagiri, was launched at a ceremony attended by President Droupadi Murmu in Kolkata. According to the President, the launch of Vindhyagiri represents a step in improving India’s marine capabilities. It is also a step in the direction of…Twitter user @rashtrapatibhvn posted the image below on August 17, 2023.
According to the President, there are numerous facets to the security of the greater Indo-Pacific region and the Indian Ocean region. “It covers things like piracy, armed robberies, drug trafficking, illegal immigration, natural disasters, and many other things. In light of this, the Indian Navy’s mission is to safeguard, advance, and protect India’s maritime interests. In order to combat security concerns, the Navy must always be proactive, she said.
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Here is everything you need to know about the launch of the INS Vindhyagiri.
- According to President Murmu, the Vindhya ranges, which have long been a representation of tenacity, are a suitable naming choice for the ship. When this vessel is put into service, she is convinced that it will represent the Vindhyas’ tenacity.
- With the completion of this ship, the Navy has now completed six of the seven ships that were built as part of “Project 17 Alpha.” Between 2019 and 2022, the first five ships in this effort were launched.
- Importantly, this is the third and last stealth frigate that the Kolkata-based shipyard will build for the Navy as part of the same project.
- According to an official, an amazing 75% of the equipment and systems orders for the P17A ships have come from domestic suppliers, including MSMEs (micro, small, and medium-sized companies).
- The cutting-edge ship will undergo rigorous testing before joining the Indian Navy’s operational fleet, INS Vindhyagiri, where it will be outfitted with cutting-edge technology.
- The P17A ships are fearsome guided missile frigates with a top speed of 28 knots, measuring an impressive 149 metres in length and displacing roughly 6,670 tonnes. An official from the GRSE emphasised their ability to neutralise dangers in the air, on the surface, and below the surface.
- Since being elected president last year, Murmu has made two trips to West Bengal. In March, she went there. According to her, “The vibrant city of Kolkata, with its rich history and culture, holds a special place in the heart of our nation.” She continued, “Kolkata’s strategic location makes it essential for our naval readiness, protecting our maritime interests, and preserving regional stability.
Additionally present were West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Governor CV Ananda Bose.
The president launched the “My Bengal, Addiction Free Bengal” project earlier today at the Raj Bhavan as a component of the Brahma Kumaris’ “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan.”
