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Time of India
5 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
INS Udaygiri delivered: Second stealth frigate under Project 17A; why is it important?
ANI photo NEW DELHI: The Indian Navy received Udaygiri, a new stealth frigate built under Project 17A on Tuesday, from Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai. This is the second of seven ships being built under the project, with construction underway at MDL and GRSE in Kolkata. Project 17A is an advanced version of the Shivalik-class frigates already in service. These warships are built for "blue water" operations and can handle both traditional and modern threats across India's maritime zone. Udaygiri carries forward the legacy of the original INS Udaygiri, which served the nation for 31 years before being decommissioned in August 2007. The new ship comes with upgraded stealth features, modern weapons, and advanced sensors. It represents a significant improvement over the earlier P17 class. The ship has been designed by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau and built using an 'Integrated Construction' method — a process that reduces build time by pre-fitting components in smaller sections. Thanks to this method, Udaygiri was delivered within 37 months of its launch. Compared to the earlier version, the new P17A ships are 4.54% larger in hull size and have a sleeker, stealthier profile. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like El SUV ideal para vos y las rutinas de tu familia. AutoSpecial Ver oferta Undo They are powered by a combination of diesel engine and gas turbine (CODOG setup), along with a Controllable Pitch Propeller on each shaft. An Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) runs onboard systems. The ship's weapon suite includes supersonic surface-to-surface missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles, a 76mm gun, and close-range rapid-fire weapons. The Defence Ministry said Udaygiri reflects the country's progress in self-reliant shipbuilding, with over 200 Indian MSMEs involved. Most of the warship's major components, weapons, and sensors are sourced from local manufacturers. The project has also created jobs — about 4,000 directly and over 10,000 through indirect and support roles. The remaining five ships of the P17A class are in different stages of construction and are expected to be delivered by the end of 2026.
India.com
02-07-2025
- Business
- India.com
Stealth, Speed, Self-Reliance: INS Udaygiri Bolsters Indian Navy
On July 1, 2025, the Indian Navy received Yard 12652, also known as INS Udaygiri, the second stealth frigate under Project 17A. This advanced warship was built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai. Project 17A is an upgraded version of the earlier Shivalik-class (Project 17) frigates already serving in the Navy. INS Udaygiri is the second out of seven frigates being constructed at MDL in Mumbai and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata under this project. According to the Press Information Bureau (PIB), this delivery marks a significant boost to India's indigenous shipbuilding capabilities and naval strength. The INS Udaygiri is a powerful warship designed to handle a wide range of missions. It can operate in open seas—what experts call a 'Blue Water' environment (which means the ship can travel and operate far from the country's coast, across deep ocean waters)—and is built to face both traditional military threats and modern challenges like piracy or terrorism, especially in areas that are important to India's security at sea. This new Udaygiri carries forward the legacy of an older ship with the same name. The original INS Udaygiri was a steam-powered ship that served the Indian Navy with pride for 31 years before it was retired on August 24, 2007. The new version is a modern, high-tech upgrade—a tribute to its proud predecessor. The Project 17A (P-17A) warships are a big improvement over the earlier Project 17 class. They come with advanced stealth features that make them harder to detect and are equipped with modern weapons and sensors that boost their combat abilities. This marks a major step forward in the Indian Navy's ability to design warships on its own, thanks to the efforts of the Warship Design Bureau. These new ships are also being built using a modern method called 'Integrated Construction'. This means many parts of the ship are pre-assembled and fitted with equipment before being joined together. Doing this speeds up the overall building process. The INS Udaygiri is a great example of this success—it was handed over to the Indian Navy in just 37 months after its launch, which is a record time for a complex warship of this kind. The hull (or body) of the Project 17A warships is about 4.5% bigger than the older Project 17 ships. This slightly larger size allows for better space and stability. These new ships are also equipped with more advanced weapons and sensors, giving them stronger fighting and detection abilities. Their design has been improved to make them look sleeker and more difficult to spot, making them more effective in stealth operations than the earlier P17 class. These ships use a Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system, which means they can run on either a diesel engine or a gas turbine, depending on the speed and power needed. Each engine is connected to a special type of propeller called a Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP), which allows better control of the ship's movement. They are also equipped with a modern Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS). This advanced system helps monitor and manage all the key parts of the ship—like engines, power supply, and safety systems—making operations smoother and more efficient. The ship is equipped with a strong and modern set of weapons. It has a supersonic surface-to-surface missile system that can hit enemy ships and other targets at sea. To protect itself from threats coming from the air, it has a medium-range surface-to-air missile system that can shoot down enemy aircraft or incoming missiles. In addition, the ship has a 76 mm main gun for general-purpose firing, and a mix of 30 mm and 12.7 mm fast-firing guns. These smaller weapons are designed for close-range defence and are very effective against threats like small boats, drones, or missiles that come close to the ship. Self-Reliance In Shipbuilding And Job Creation: The delivery of INS Udaygiri is a proud example of India's growing strength in designing and building its own warships. It highlights the country's engineering skills and the solid support of a domestic defence industry. This achievement was made possible with the help of over 200 Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) working together as part of the shipbuilding process. Most of the major weapons and sensors on the ship have been made in India by local manufacturers, showing the country's commitment to Aatmanirbharta (self-reliance) and creating jobs through Indian-made technology. Boost To Jobs And Economy The construction of INS Udaygiri under Project 17A has created a big boost for employment and the economy. Around 4,000 people got direct jobs, while more than 10,000 others found work through related industries and support services. This project has brought many benefits—including self-reliance in defence, economic growth, job creation, and the expansion of MSMEs and supporting industries across the country. The work on the remaining five P-17A warships is currently ongoing at Mazagon Dock in Mumbai and GRSE in Kolkata, and all of them are expected to be completed and delivered by the end of 2026.
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Business Standard
01-07-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
Indian Navy gets stealth boost with second Project 17A frigate Udaygiri
Navratna Central Public Sector Enterprise Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) on Tuesday delivered the naval frontline ship Udaygiri, the second of the seven stealth frigates of the Project 17A class, to the Indian Navy, enhancing its ability to project power far from the country's shores. 'These multi-mission frigates are capable of operating in a 'blue water' environment and dealing with both conventional and non-conventional threats in the area of India's maritime interests,' a Navy spokesperson said. Equipped with advanced technology, the ship is comparable with the finest ships of a similar class anywhere in the world, according to MDL. 'Udaygiri is designed indigenously by the Navy's Warship Design Bureau, New Delhi. It incorporates design concepts for improved survivability, sea-keeping, stealth, and ship manoeuvrability,' said a company release. The ship's stealth capabilities have been achieved through deliberate shaping of the hull and measures taken to suppress other signatures. The Project 17A stealth frigate project is a follow-on to the Shivalik-class (Project 17) frigates that are in active service. With enhanced stealth features and state-of-the-art weapons and sensors, the P-17A ships are a significant upgrade from the P-17 class, explained the Navy spokesperson. 'The ships represent a quantum leap in the Navy's in-house design capabilities at the Warship Design Bureau,' they added. The P-17A ships are capable of engaging enemy submarines, surface warships, anti-ship missiles, and fighter aircraft. Not only can Udaygiri operate independently without supporting vessels, it can also function as the flagship of a naval task force. The weapon suite of the ships of this class comprises a supersonic surface-to-surface missile system, medium-range surface-to-air missile system, 76 mm gun, and a combination of 30 mm and 12.7 mm rapid-fire close-in weapon systems. Another thing that sets the new class of ships apart is that they are being built employing the philosophy of 'integrated construction', which involves extensive pre-outfitting at the block stages to reduce the overall build periods. 'Udaygiri has been delivered to the Navy in a record time of 37 months from the date of launching,' added the Navy spokesperson. 'We take immense pride in the fact that Udaygiri is not just a state-of-the-art warship equipped with cutting-edge combat capabilities, but also a shining example of India's indigenous defence manufacturing prowess,' said Captain Jagmohan (Retd), Chairman & Managing Director, MDL. 'I am confident that she will bring great pride to her commanding officer and crew — not only for her formidable performance at sea, but for the legacy of innovation, resilience, and self-reliance she represents,' he added. The P-17A initiative is enabled by a strong industrial ecosystem, supported by over 200 micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs). Ships of the class are also fitted with major weapons and sensors sourced from indigenous original equipment manufacturers. 'The shipbuilding requirements of the project have led to direct employment generation for about 4,000 personnel and more than 10,000 personnel through indirect or ancillary sources,' said the Navy spokesperson. 'The positive spin-offs of the shipbuilding project include self-reliance, economic development, employment generation, and the growth of MSMEs and the ancillary ecosystem in the country,' they added.
Time of India
22-06-2025
- General
- Time of India
INS Nilgiri joins Eastern Naval Command in Vizag
: INS Nilgiri, the first of the indigenously built Project 17A stealth frigates, arrived at Visakhapatnam. She joined the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) and would be an integral part of the Eastern Sword-Sunrise Fleet. Tired of too many ads? go ad free now INS Nilgiri is a major advancement over the Shivalik-class frigates. These multi-mission frigates are capable of operating in a 'blue water' environment dealing with both conventional and non-conventional threats in the area of India's maritime interests. Built in Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited Mumbai, the INS-Nilgiri has made Visakhapatnam her home port. This state-of-the-art warship was welcomed to Visakhapatnam in the traditional manner. This state-of-the-art warship is driven by her motto — "Adrish Yabalam, Ajeya Shauryam." INS Nilgiri is dedicated to the naval empire of the Cholas. These ships are fitted with supersonic surface-to-surface missile system, medium range surface-to-air missiles system, 76 mm upgraded gun, and a combination of rapid-fire close-in weapon systems.
