India commissions sixth Nilgiri‑class frigate Mahendragiri, enhancing naval firepower
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-01 15:32 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
According to The Hindu, the Navy has added the sixth vessel of the Nilgiri‑class, named Mahendragiri, to its fleet. The frigate is equipped with advanced sensors and a comprehensive weapons suite capable of anti‑surface, anti‑air, and anti‑submarine warfare, bolstering India’s maritime capabilities.
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