The Indian Navy is set to achieve another milestone in indigenous defence manufacturing with the commissioning of three frontline naval platforms—INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray—at Kolkata on 21 June 2026. These vessels have been designed and constructed in India, showcasing the country’s growing self-reliance in naval shipbuilding.
Indian Navy To Commissioned Three Indigenous Naval Platforms
The Indian Navy is set to achieve another milestone in indigenous defence manufacturing with the commissioning of three frontline naval platforms—INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray—at Kolkata on 21 June 2026. These vessels have been designed and constructed in India, showcasing the country’s growing self-reliance in naval shipbuilding.
Developed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), the three platforms strengthen India’s capabilities in maritime warfare, hydrographic surveying, and anti-submarine operations.
INS Dunagiri
INS Dunagiri is the fifth stealth frigate under the Project 17A program. It is equipped with advanced combat systems, including:
- BrahMos surface-to-surface missiles
- Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile (MRSAM) system
- Modern sensors and surveillance equipment
The vessel significantly enhances the Navy’s blue-water combat capability and strengthens maritime security.
INS Sanshodhak
INS Sanshodhak is the fourth Survey Vessel (Large) designed for:
- Coastal and deep-sea hydrographic surveys
- Oceanographic and geophysical data collection
- Defence and civilian maritime applications
The ship is equipped with Autonomous Underwater Vehicles (AUVs) and Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs), making it one of the most advanced survey vessels in the Indian fleet.
INS Agray
INS Agray belongs to the Arnala-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft series. It has been designed to:
- Detect and track underwater threats
- Conduct anti-submarine operations in shallow waters
- Protect coastal regions and strategic maritime assets
The vessel carries lightweight torpedoes, indigenous rocket launchers, and advanced sonar systems.
Boost to Indigenous Defence Manufacturing
The construction of these ships involved over 200 Indian MSMEs and achieved more than 75% indigenous content. The project generated substantial employment and demonstrates the success of the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative in defence production.
