India's Naval Self-Reliance Gets Boost As 3 Indigenous Warships Commissioned The Indian Navy marked a significant milestone in its pursuit of defense self-reliance by commissioning three indigenously built warships on Sunday at the Garden Reach Ship Builders and Engineers facility in Kolkata. The vessels—INS Dunagiri, INS Sandhayak, and INS Agray—represent a major step forward in India's capability to design, develop, and manufacture advanced military platforms. This achievement underscores the nation's growing emphasis on reducing dependence on foreign suppliers while enhancing its strategic presence in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The commissioning of these ships comes amid rising geopolitical tensions and the need for India to bolster its maritime capabilities. The Indian Navy’s operational responsibilities have expanded beyond traditional roles such as maritime surveillance and anti-piracy operations to include humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, and strategic deterrence. The new additions are expected to strengthen India’s ability to project power across the region while addressing emerging security challenges. INS Dunagiri, the most advanced of the three, is a stealth frigate under the Project 17A initiative. Designed to operate in contested environments, it features advanced stealth technology to minimize radar detection and improve survivability. The ship is equipped with a state-of-the-art combat system, including the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile—one of the fastest in the world—and a medium-range surface-to-air missile system. These capabilities position Dunagiri to enhance the Navy’s ability to conduct multi-dimensional operations in the IOR and beyond.#indian_navy #ins_dunagiri #ins_sandhayak #ins_agray #garden_reach_ship_builders
