India commissions three new naval warships in Mumbai ceremony

Three new naval warships were commissioned into the Indian Navy on January 15, 2025, at a ceremony in Mumbai attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ships, INS Surat, INS Nilgiri, and INS Vaghsheer, were designed and built entirely in India. INS Nilgiri is a stealth frigate that offers advanced features for improved survivability and stealth. INS Surat is a destroyer with enhanced capabilities, while INS Vaghsheer is a diesel-electric submarine designed for various military roles. The commissioning of these vessels highlights India's progress in defense self-reliance and indigenous shipbuilding. All three ships are now fully operational after extensive trials.