The induction of the nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), INS Arighat, into the Indian Navy is about to happen, which will be a major boost to the country’s naval capabilities.
This fearsome vessel is scheduled to enter the fleet by the end of 2024, having undergone extensive testing and including critical enhancements based on feedback from the Indian Navy.
There have been obstacles in INS Arighat’s path. Technical difficulties with the project have now been satisfactorily resolved. The commissioning of the submarine is evidence of the resolve and skill of Indian scientists and engineers.
Arighat joins its predecessor, INS Arihant, which was put into service in 2016, as the second SSBN in India’s arsenal. There are now two additional SSBNs being built; they are called S4 and S4*. The Ship Building Centre of the Indian Navy in Visakhapatnam is the site of the construction of all these submarines.
Arighat is a powerful 82.5 MW pressurized light water reactor that was created in the country with help from Russia. This stealthy submarine, which can reach a top speed of 24 knots below and 10 knots on the surface, is a powerful addition to the Indian Navy.
The deployment of INS Arighat represents a critical turning point in India’s capacity for strategic deterrence. It highlights the country’s increasing reliance on cutting-edge naval technology and its dedication to preserving national security.
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The INS Arighat, outfitted with an impressive variety of weapons, is prepared to protect India’s maritime interests and ward off possible adversaries. K-4 and K-15 ballistic missiles, which can precisely deliver nuclear bombs across great distances, are part of its main weaponry.
To further increase its offensive potential, it is equipped with torpedo tubes for firing large torpedoes. With its cutting-edge sensors and communication systems, the submarine can seamlessly integrate with India’s naval operations and provide situational awareness, allowing for quick reactions to changing threats.
