INS Taragiri: India is continuously engaged in strengthening its maritime power and in this context today the country is going to get another big success. Indigenously built advanced stealth frigate INS Taragiri (F41) will enter the sea today. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh will participate in its inauguration program. Through this warship, India is going to give a clear message to the world about its growing naval power.
Taragiri will strengthen monetary self-reliance
‘INS Taragiri’ is an indigenous warship, built under Project 17A. This is the fourth frigate of this project and the third ship built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilding Limited. This warship was officially handed over to the Navy on 28 November. More than 75% indigenous material has been used in it, which is a big step towards ‘self-reliant India’.
What is the specialty of this warship?
INS Taragiri has been equipped with state-of-the-art technology and lethal weapons. BrahMos supersonic missile, MF-STAR radar and MRSAM air defense system have been installed in it. Apart from this, 30mm and 12.7mm close-in weapon systems are also present in it. Rockets and torpedoes have also been installed in it for anti-submarine (ASW) operations, which further increases its firepower.
big message for enemies
After the landing of this warship in the sea, India’s naval strength will become stronger. Its stealth technology makes it capable of attacking by hiding from the eyes of enemies. This warship is a strong example of India’s ‘Self-reliant India’ policy and reflects India’s strength at the global level.
Statement of Defense Minister Rajnath Singh
Defense Minister Rajnath Singh tweeted that he will be present in Visakhapatnam to attend the commissioning ceremony of this advanced stealth frigate ‘Taragiri’. He said that this commissioning reflects the strategic importance of India’s eastern seaboard and further strengthens the combat readiness and operational capability of the Indian Navy. Besides, this is also a step to strengthen the goal of ‘self-reliant India’.