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Hans India
09-07-2025
- Politics
- Hans India
India's naval prowess: INS Surat played pivotal role during Operation Sindoor
Surat: INS Surat, India's advanced stealth-guided missile destroyer, played a significant role during the recently conducted 'Operation Sindoor' while being deployed in the Arabian Sea, revealed its commanding officer, Captain Sandeep Shorey, on Wednesday. Designed to dominate across all dimensions of naval warfare - surface, air, and underwater - INS Surat stands as a symbol of India's growing maritime strength and indigenous defence capabilities. Commissioned in January 2025 by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai, this powerful warship is named after the historic port city of Surat in Gujarat. Speaking to IANS, Captain Shorey highlighted the warship's capabilities: 'The salient feature of INS Surat is that it's a true multi-role destroyer. It can detect, classify, and neutralise enemy targets - whether in the air, on the surface, or underwater. We are equipped with cutting-edge weaponry and sensors. Powered by gas turbines, the ship reaches a speed of 30 knots, and with its extended endurance, we can remain on mission for long durations.' INS Surat is the fourth and final ship of the Visakhapatnam-class destroyers built under Project 15B, following the legacy of the Delhi, Kolkata, and Visakhapatnam classes. It is one of the largest and most advanced destroyers in the world today, with a displacement of 7,400 tonnes and an overall length of 164 metres. The warship features 75 per cent indigenous content and is India's first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-enabled naval vessel. It incorporates AI-driven systems developed domestically to enhance operational efficiency across combat and navigation functions. Armed to the teeth, INS Surat is equipped with the BrahMos supersonic cruise missile, Barak-8 surface-to-air missiles, torpedoes, IRL rocket launchers capable of firing 150 rockets simultaneously, and an anti-aircraft gun that can discharge 4,000 rounds in just 60 seconds. The ship also houses advanced radar systems for air and underwater tracking and comes with two integral helicopters for extended reconnaissance and anti-submarine warfare. Constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai, the destroyer was designed by the Indian Navy's in-house Warship Design Bureau. Its deployment in Operation Sindoor not only underscores its strategic importance but also marks a milestone in India's naval modernisation and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
INS Surat to dock at Hazira on Foundation Day
Surat: The wait for citizens of the city to see the first Indian naval ship named after Diamond City will likely end on Thursday when INS Surat docks at Hazira. According to district officials, the stealth guided-missile destroyer of the Indian Navy will be docked at Hazira for two days. With it being Gujarat Foundation Day , there is enthusiasm among Surtis to see the ship. The city's elected leaders and top officials will be present when it arrives at Hazira. The guests will be allowed to have a closer look at the ship. Surat is the first city in Gujarat to have an Indian naval ship named after it. Surat, the fourth and final ship of the Project 15B stealth destroyer class, was commissioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai in Jan 2025. At the request of the Southern Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI), the Indian Navy considered bringing INS Surat to Hazira. In its letter to SGCCI, an Indian Navy official said, "Commissioning of INS Surat is a tribute to the rich maritime traditions of the city of Surat." by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Ranger Sees Strange Creature On Riverbank. He Says, 'Oh My God,' When He Realizes What It Really Is Cleverst Undo INS Surat was designed and built entirely at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai. The Project 15B destroyer , Surat, is the culmination of the follow-on class to the Kolkata-class (Project 15A) destroyers, featuring substantial improvements in design and capabilities. It was designed by the Indian Navy's warship design bureau and is equipped with advanced sensors and weapon packages developed primarily in India or through strategic collaborations with leading global manufacturers. With modern aviation facilities, INS Surat can operate a range of helicopters, including Chetak, ALH, Sea King and the newly inducted MH-60R, in both day and night operations. Features such as a rail-less helicopter traversing system and a visual aid and landing system ensure seamless operations under all conditions. These ships also include specific accommodations to support a sizable complement of women officers and sailors, aligning with the Navy's progressive steps toward gender inclusion in front-line combat roles.
