Current Affairs - Defence - Discussion

INS Udaygiri was commissioned into the Indian Navy on July 1, 2025, as the second stealth frigate under the Project 17A initiative. Built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDSL) in Mumbai and designed by the Warship Design Bureau, the frigate was delivered in a record time of 37 months. It features advanced stealth capabilities, an indigenous weapons suite including supersonic and surface-to-air missiles, and cutting-edge radar-evading technology. The ship’s construction involved over 200 Indian MSMEs, underscoring India’s commitment to self-reliant defence manufacturing. Named after a decommissioned warship, INS Udaygiri represents a fusion of naval tradition and modern maritime strength.