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Goa Shipyard launches advanced Talwar class frigate 'Triput'

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Published on: July 26 2024 Share on facebook

  • The first indigenously built Talwar Class frigate, 'INS Triput', was launched by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) on July 24, 2024, for the Indian Navy.
  • In 2016, India and Russia agreed to acquire four Admiral Grigorovich-class (Project 1135.6) stealth frigates, with two built in Russia and two in India under a technology transfer arrangement.
  • Goa Shipyard Limited signed a $500 million agreement with Russia's Rosoboronexport in 2018 for technology transfer, design, and assistance in building two frigates in India.
  • The frigate is equipped with Brahmos missiles and the Shtil-1 air defense system, measures 125 meters in length, and can reach speeds of up to 28 knots powered by Zorya gas-turbine engines.The Talwar-class frigates, including the newly launched 'INS Trikand', are equipped with advanced weaponry and sensors, including BrahMos or Klub anti-ship missiles, and the Shtil-1 air defense system. 
  • The delivery of these frigates faced delays due to COVID-19 and the Russia-Ukraine conflict.
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