INS Mahendragiri Joins Indian Navy

On 11th July 2026, the Indian Navy commissioned INS Mahendragiri, the sixth indigenous stealth frigate under Project 17A, into the Eastern Fleet at Visakhapatnam.

INS Mahendragiri

  • INS Mahendragiri is the sixth Project 17A stealth frigate inducted within 18 months.
  • It is built with over 75% indigenous content.
  • The warship was constructed with contributions from over 200 Indian industries, including MSMEs.
  • The seventh and final Project 17A frigate, INS Vindhyagiri, is expected to be commissioned in 2026.

Features of INS Mahendragiri

Combat Capabilities

  • Armed with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.
  • Equipped with Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system.
  • Features MF-STAR multifunction radar.
  • Includes 76 mm Super Rapid Gun ....
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