Indian Navy to Induct Indigenous Stealth Frigate Mahendragiri
The Indian Navy will induct Mahendragiri (F38), the sixth indigenous stealth frigate of Project 17A, into its Eastern Fleet on July 11, 2026. The ceremony will be overseen by Hon'ble Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh, marking a key milestone in India's move towards defense self-reliance. Designed by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau and built at Mazagon Dock, Mahendragiri boasts state-of-the-art features and is a product of the 'Aatmanirbhar Bharat' initiative, exemplifying the shipbuilding capabilities of India.
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