Project 17A and INS Taragiri

The third stealth frigate of Project 17A, Taragiri, was recently launched by the Ministry of Defence-affiliated Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL).

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Project 17A

The Indian Navy initiated Project 17 Alpha frigates (P-17A) in 2019 to build a number of stealth guided-missile frigates.
Two businesses, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders (MDL) and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers, are currently building these (GRSE).
These guided-missile frigates were built using a special stealth design that has radar-absorbent coatings and is low-observable, making it possible for them to approach without being seen by adversaries.
The ship's infrared emissions are likewise diminished by the new technology.
The Nilgiri was launched in 2019 and was the first stealth ship under Project 17A.
The second ship, named Udaygiri, was launched in May 2022 and is anticipated to be put into service in 2024.
Additionally, seven P17A Frigates are in various stages of construction at MDL and GRSE at the moment.

Importance:

It offers extra advantages including economic growth and job creation for Indian Shipyards, their subcontractors, and the supporting sector.

Approximately 75% of Project 17A's orders have gone to domestic companies, including MSMEs, supporting the nation's effort to achieve Atma Nirbhar Bharat.
The nation has advanced to a higher pedestal in the field of shipbuilding due to its domestic production of complicated frontline vessels like Stealth Frigates.

What are Taragiri's Standout Features?

The hill range in the Himalayas known as Taragiri is in the Garhwal region.
Utilizing an integrated building approach, the ship's hull blocks were built in several places across the world.
Modern sensors, advanced action information systems, integrated platform management systems, world-class modular living quarters, an innovative power distribution system, and a host of other cutting-edge features will be included in the ship.
A supersonic surface-to-surface missile system will be installed on it.
The vertical launch and long-range surface-to-air missile system will be the focal point of the ship's air defence system, which will be used to defend against the danger of hostile aircraft and anti-ship cruise missiles.

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