India has inducted the fourth stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri under Project 17A

India has inducted the fourth stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri under Project 17A

¨     India has inducted the fourth stealth frigate INS Mahendragiri under Project 17A.

¨     It strengthens India’s maritime capabilities and defence self-reliance.

¨     Part of the indigenous warship development programme.

¨     INS Mahendragiri is a stealth guided-missile frigate.

¨     Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL).

¨     Belongs to the Nilgiri-class frigates under Project 17A.

¨ Designed with advanced stealth features, improved survivability, and modern combat systems.

¨     Named after Mahendragiri peak.

¨     Uses stealth technology to reduce radar detection.

¨     Equipped with surface-to-surface and surface-to-air missiles.

¨     Features anti-submarine warfare (ASW) systems.

¨     Has advanced surveillance and radar systems.

¨     Supports helicopter operations for extended reach.\

¨     Capable of multi-role and long-range maritime missions.