Modi commissions three indigenous warships in Kolkata, expanding Indian Navy capabilities

Kolkata, June 22: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday commissioned three indigenously built naval ships at Kolkata's Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, marking another milestone in India's push towards defence self-reliance and maritime strength. The three vessels, INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray, are expected to significantly enhance the Indian Navy’s operational capabilities across combat, survey and anti-submarine warfare.The commissioning highlights India's growing focus on building critical defence assets at home. At a time when maritime security is becoming increasingly important, the addition of these warships reflects the country's effort to strengthen its strategic presence and reduce dependence on foreign defence platforms.Today in Kolkata, INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray were commissioned. They reflect India’s growing maritime capabilities, our commitment to safeguarding national interests across the seas and the remarkable strides being made towards self-reliance in defence… pic.twitter.com/hWyD7ePH2W— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 21, 2026A Boost For Naval PowerINS Dunagiri, a stealth frigate, is equipped with advanced weapons and sensor systems, including BrahMos surface-to-surface missiles and the Medium Range Surface-to-Air Missile system. According to the Navy, the warship has been designed for sustained operations at sea and features indigenous stealth technology.A milestone for India’s maritime security! Speaking at the Tri Commissioning ceremony of INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak in Kolkata. @indiannavy https://t.co/obmbDiY4T0— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) June 21, 2026Ahead of the commissioning, the Navy described Dunagiri as a powerful and advanced warship capable of multi-dimensional operations. The vessel is designed to deliver precision, power and agility, making it a significant addition to India's frontline naval fleet.Enhancing Survey And Underwater Warfare CapabilitiesINS Sanshodhak, the fourth Survey Vessel (Large), has been built to conduct coastal and deep-water hydrographic surveys. The ship will also collect oceanographic and geophysical data for both defence and civilian purposes. It is equipped with advanced survey systems, including Autonomous Underwater Vehicles and Remotely Operated Vehicles.INS Agray, the fourth vessel of the Arnala-class Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft, has been designed to detect and engage underwater threats in littoral waters. It is equipped with lightweight torpedoes, indigenous rocket launchers and shallow-water sonar systems. Together, Sanshodhak and Agray strengthen two crucial areas of naval operations: maritime domain awareness and underwater defence.Modi Highlights Self-RelianceAddressing the event, Prime Minister Modi said the three ships symbolise India's commitment to self-reliance. He noted that the vessels were designed and built in India and reflected the talent of Indian industries, engineers and workers.“Today, India no longer wants to remain a mere buyer in the defence sector. Our military power cannot become a market for the world,” Modi said. He added that the country's strength lies in becoming self-reliant rather than serving as a marketplace for global defence manufacturers.The Prime Minister also stressed the importance of maritime power in shaping a nation's economic and strategic influence. He said a strong maritime capability is essential for a country seeking greater global influence and that India is actively preparing itself for that future.From Vikrant To A New ChapterModi linked the commissioning of the three ships to India’s broader maritime journey, recalling the induction of INS Vikrant. He said the period between the commissioning of the indigenous aircraft carrier and the induction of the new vessels reflects not only the expansion of naval assets but also India's growing self-reliance in defence production.Also Watch: 'A Country Is Powerful Only When It Is Atmanirbhar': PM Narendra Modi Commissions 3 Indigenous Warships In Kolkata | Video“Today, INS Agray, INS Dunagiri and INS Sanshodhak are giving new impetus to that journey,” he said.West Bengal Governor RN Ravi, Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari and Indian Navy Chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan were among the dignitaries present at the commissioning ceremony.To get details on exclusive and budget-friendly property deals in Mumbai & surrounding regions, do visit: https://budgetproperties.in/

INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray join the Indian Navy as PM Narendra Modi highlighted self-reliance, maritime strength and India's growing defence manufacturing capabilities.

INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray join the Indian Navy as PM Narendra Modi highlighted self-reliance, maritime strength and India's growing defence manufacturing capabilities.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi commissioned three indigenous naval platforms—INS Dunagiri, INS Sanshodhak, and INS Agray—in Kolkata, marking a significant stride in India's self-reliance in defence manufacturing. These advanced vessels bolster the nation's maritime security and operational capabilities. The event underscores India's growing prowess in shipbuilding and its commitment to becoming a major global defence producer, with over 40 indigenously built warships inducted recently.

Kolkata: A country can talk of peace only when it possesses the capability to protect itself, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said in Kolkata on Sunday, while commissioning three warships into the Indian Navy. "No country can progress unless it is a capable maritime power. The seas are linked to the economy, progress and growth. Satellite cables run under the seas and oceans. They are also the source of critical minerals. India understands the importance of maritime strength and is preparing itself accordingly," PM Modi said.#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "Today is a special day in many ways. The entire world is celebrating International Yoga Day. I am delighted to have the opportunity to visit this great land of Bengal on this very occasion. This is the land that… https://t.co/JJlkxUp3eJ pic.twitter.com/99lricwIq9— ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2026 He commissioned the advanced stealth guided missile frigate INS Dunagiri, the survey ship INS Sanshodhak and the anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft INS Agray built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd. All three warships were delivered together by the shipyard on March 30."When we commissioned the indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, we announced to the world that India is capable. We have truly embarked on the path of self-reliance (Atmanirbharta) in the field of shipbuilding, and these three warships are an example of that," the Prime Minister said.Kolkata, West Bengal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "When we dedicated INS Vikrant to the nation, India announced a new chapter in its maritime strength. It was a declaration of our capabilities before the entire world..." pic.twitter.com/QiiLqJjgrj— IANS (@ians_india) June 21, 2026 While INS Dunagiri has nearly 75 per cent indigenous content, INS Sanshodhak and INS Agray are more than 80 per cent indigenous."We are proud that these warships have been designed and built in India, using Indian labour, equipment and resources. This is evidence of India's capability in the maritime sector. We do not want to be a buyer. We want to be a builder," PM Modi said.VIDEO | PM Modi commissions indigenously built stealth frigate Dunagiri, survey vessel Sanshodhak, anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft Agray.He says, "They have been built in India. Their design was developed in India. Their construction has employed the talent of Indian… pic.twitter.com/XQpIPFf1uD— Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) June 21, 2026 "Shipbuilding requires steel, electronics, and spares. Thousands of companies are engaged in building them. More than 200 MSMEs had a role in the construction of these three warships. One can just imagine the kind of employment generated. We have now laid a lot of stress on the domestic shipbuilding sector. It is not just another sector. It is an employment generator," the Prime Minister said.#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "More than 200 MSMEs contributed to the construction of the three ships commissioned today. We can imagine the vast number of jobs these 200 MSMEs, these small industries, would have generated. The time has come… pic.twitter.com/Ft42RRsuhn— ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2026 He spoke on how Rs 70,000 crore has been earmarked for shipbuilding in the country. The Prime Minister also said that the country's ports are being modernised and multi-modal logistics networks are being set up."We used to be the largest buyer of defence equipment till 2014. That has now started changing. Not only do we manufacture defence products for our own needs, but export them as well. In 2014, our defence exports were about Rs 700 crore. Today, that has gone up to Rs 40,000 crore. We now export to more than 80 countries," PM Modi said."However, this is just the start. We still have a long way to go," he added.#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "India aspires to be a maker and the day we become makers, we will also be decision-makers. We are moving rapidly in this direction. In recent years, more than 40 Made-in-India warships and submarines have joined… pic.twitter.com/9lcxxtaNAM— ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2026 He acknowledged West Bengal's contribution to the growth of the country's maritime sector and noted that the state possesses talent and skills that are important for shipbuilding.#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Prime Minister Narendra Modi says, "West Bengal will play a crucial role in the new maritime era that India is embarking on today. It has the potential for ports, the potential for industries, the talent, the skills, and the ability to take the… pic.twitter.com/CdJ6r6Dq8u— ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2026 Among others present at the event were Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, Chief of the Naval Staff, West Bengal Governor R.N. Ravi and the state's Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari.#WATCH | Kolkata, West Bengal: Navy chief Admiral Krishna Swaminathan says, "... On the occasion of this tri-commissioning achievement today, I heartily congratulate the dedicated GRAC team. I also express my gratitude to our industry partners and MSMEs whose support has made… https://t.co/JJlkxUp3eJ pic.twitter.com/dGz0BbT0Eq— ANI (@ANI) June 21, 2026 Cmde P.R. Hari, IN (Retd), chairman and managing director, GRSE, was also present. Admiral Swaminathan, in his address, noted that the INS Dunagiri has taken 33 per cent less time to build than the last frigate of the class that was delivered to the Navy. He also appreciated the role played by private shipyards in building warships like INS Agray.(Except for the headline, this article has not been edited by FPJ's editorial team and is auto-generated from an agency feed.)

The three naval ships are stealth frigate Dunagiri, survey vessel (large) Sanshodhak, and anti-submarine warfare shallow water craft Agray