​India Launches First Advanced Frigate 'Triput'

On 24th July, 2024, the Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) launched the first of two advanced frigates being built with Russian technology for the Indian Navy. It has been named Triput.

  • The name Triput symbolizes a powerful arrow that represents the Indian Navy’s striking capabilities.
  • India had originally contracted four frigates from Russia in October 2016, with two to be constructed in Russia and two at GSL.
  • The first ship from Russia, named Tushil, is expected to be delivered to the Indian Navy in September 2024, with the second, Tamal, scheduled for February 2025.
  • In November 2018, GSL signed a $500-million agreement with Rosoboronexport for ....
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