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Prime Minister Modi, in his 'Mann Ki Baat' radio program, cited the induction of INS Mahendragiri into the Indian Navy as a prime example of India's progress in indigenous defense manufacturing and a symbol of 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India).
India has commissioned the INS Mahendragiri, an indigenously built stealth frigate, into the Indian Navy. This marks a significant step towards India's goal of a 200-ship, self-reliant naval force, with 75% of the vessel being indigenous.
The commissioning of INS Mahendragiri demonstrates India's advanced capabilities in naval shipbuilding.
The Indian Navy is scheduled to commission its sixth indigenous Project 17A stealth frigate, INS Mahendragiri, on July 11. The warship will join the fleet in Visakhapatnam, enhancing the navy's capabilities.
India's Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inducted the INS Mahendragiri into the Navy fleet, highlighting the nation's push for military technology. Singh also emphasized the Navy's crucial role in protecting India's economic interests.
India's naval strength has been boosted with the delivery of INS Mahendragiri, an advanced stealth frigate from Project 17A, built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. and equipped with BrahMoS.