Visakhapatnam, April 3 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh is set to commission the indigenously built advanced stealth frigate, Taragiri, here on Friday, highlighting the strategic importance of India's eastern coastline.
The commissioning ceremony will be held in the presence of senior naval officials and other dignitaries at the naval dockyard here, an official source from the Eastern Naval Command (ENC) said.
"I will be in Visakhapatnam to commission the advanced stealth frigate, Taragiri...This commissioning highlights the strategic and maritime importance of India's eastern coastline," Singh said in a post on X late on Thursday.
He noted that the commissioning reflects the Indian Navy's sustained focus on strengthening combat readiness and operational might.
As the fourth platform under Project 17A, Taragiri is a 6,670-tonne warship built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai, showcasing advanced design and engineering excellence.
The warship features a sleek structure with a significantly reduced radar cross-section, enabling stealth operations and enhanced survivability in complex maritime environments.
With indigenous content exceeding 75 per cent, the ship highlights the maturity of India's domestic defence ecosystem, involving over 200 Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and supporting thousands of jobs.
Taragiri is powered by a Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system, offering high-speed and high-endurance capabilities for diverse naval operations.
The frigate is equipped with advanced weapon systems, including supersonic surface-to-surface missiles, medium-range surface-to-air missiles, and a specialised anti-submarine warfare suite. These systems are integrated through a modern combat management system, enabling swift and precise responses to emerging threats.
Apart from combat roles, Taragiri is designed for humanitarian assistance and disaster relief operations, enhancing its operational versatility in both peace and conflict scenarios.
The commissioning underscores the Indian Navy's commitment to evolving as a combat-ready, credible, and self-reliant force, safeguarding national maritime interests, the release said.