INS Nirdeshak: A New Era in Indian Naval Capabilities
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News | Commissioning of INS Nirdeshak on December 18, 2024, at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam. |
| Chief Guest | Hon'ble Raksha Rajya Mantri, Shri Sanjay Seth. |
| Ship Specifications | Length: 110 meters, Weight: 3,800 tons, Powered by dual diesel engines. |
| Key Features | Advanced hydrographic equipment, including data acquisition systems, sonar, and DGPS. |
| Construction | Built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata; over 80% indigenous components. |
| Operational Role | Hydrographic and oceanographic surveys, sea floor mapping, and maritime navigation. |
| Strategic Importance | Enhances India's maritime presence in the Indian Ocean Region and supports international surveys. |
| Legacy | Successor to the original INS Nirdeshak, decommissioned in 2014 after 32 years of service. |
| Endurance and Speed | Endurance: Over 25 days at sea, Speed: More than 18 knots. |