January 1, 2025 5:54 PM

Indian navy to commission three frontline fleet assets: Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer

The Indian Navy is set to commission three major fleet assets—Nilgiri, Surat, and Vaghsheer—on January 15, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai. This marks a significant development in India’s maritime capabilities and indigenous shipbuilding initiatives. The Nilgiri, the lead ship of the Project 17A stealth frigates, represents an upgrade over the Shivalik-class frigates. The vessel features advanced technology designed to reduce radar signatures. Similarly, the Surat is the fourth and final ...