On Thursday, India commissioned its second nuclear submarine, INS Arighaat, into the Navy. The 6,000-tonne submarine will join its predecessor, INS Arihant, and bolster India's nuclear triad capabilities. This development further strengthens India's deterrence capabilities and its "No first-use" policy, with a nuclear-powered submarine serving as a strong deterrent to potential hostile nations. The construction of INS Arighaat involved advanced technology and materials, with indigenous systems and equipment developed by Indian scientists, industry, and naval personnel.
India Strengthens Its Maritime Prowess with Commissioning of INS Arighaat and INS Talwar
India's maritime capabilities have received significant boosts with the commissioning of INS Arighaat, its second nuclear submarine, and the deployment of INS Talwar, a Talwar-class frigate, to Kenya. These developments underscore India's commitment to enhancing its defense preparedness and fostering strategic partnerships in the Indian Ocean region.
INS Arighaat: A Force Multiplier for India's Nuclear Triad
INS Arighaat, a 6,000-tonne nuclear submarine, joined the Indian Navy on Thursday. It is the second submarine in India's Arihant-class, following INS Arihant, which was commissioned in 2016. The submarine features advanced technology and indigenous systems, making it a potent addition to India's nuclear triad, alongside its land-based nuclear missiles and nuclear-capable aircraft.
INS Arighaat's capabilities enhance India's deterrence capabilities and complement its "No first-use" policy. It provides a credible strategic asset that can be used to counter potential threats from hostile nations. The submarine's nuclear propulsion system allows for extended endurance and stealth, enabling it to remain submerged for longer periods, making it difficult to detect and target.
INS Talwar: Strengthening India-Kenya Maritime Cooperation
INS Talwar, a Talwar-class frigate, has been deployed to Mombasa, Kenya, as part of the Indian Navy's ongoing cooperative activities in the region. The frigate will participate in joint exercises and engage with the Kenyan Navy, fostering closer ties and maritime cooperation between the two countries.
INS Talwar is a multi-role combat platform capable of carrying out various missions, including anti-air warfare, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence gathering. Its deployment to Kenya demonstrates India's commitment to maintaining a presence in the Indian Ocean and strengthening its relationships with regional partners.
Top 5 FAQs Related to INS Arighaat and INS Talwar
INS Arighaat bolster's India's nuclear triad and provides a strong deterrent against potential threats.
INS Talwar is a multi-role combat platform capable of carrying out anti-air warfare, anti-surface warfare, and intelligence gathering.
To strengthen maritime cooperation with Kenya and maintain a presence in the Indian Ocean.
While both are Arihant-class nuclear submarines, INS Arighaat is reportedly more advanced and features improved stealth capabilities.
India adheres to a "No first-use" policy, meaning it will not initiate the use of nuclear weapons unless attacked with nuclear weapons first.
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