On Thursday, August 29, 2024, it is expected that the Indian Navy will get its second nuclear submarine, INS Arighat or S-3, into service.
According to media sources, the second boat's commissioning is anticipated to be attended by senior defense, national security, and military officials. The sources aware of the matter say that the commissioning is to take place in a quiet event scheduled to take place at Visakhapatnam
Who will Attend the Event?
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, Vice Admiral Suraj Berry, head of Indian Strategic Command, and other DRDO officials will be present for the commissioning. India will be the strategic command center for the SSBN.
INS Arighat: India’s Indigenous Submarine
INS Arighat is the second submarine in the Arihant class of nuclear-powered submarines, designed and built in India. It will join INS Arihant, which has been in service since 2009.
The Indian Navy has already developed and tested long-range nuclear missiles from both submarines successfully. It is expected that the Navy will get its third nuclear submarine very soon. The other two Arihant Class submarines are planned to be completed by 2035-36.
ALSO READ: Paris Paralympics 2024: India Hopes for 55 Medals With 84 Athletes Participating
INS Arighat: Special Features
Unlike conventional submarines, INS Arighat has some special features that makes this submarine an asset to the Indian Navy. Check the special features of the submarine in the table below:
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Project | Built under the Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project at the Visakhapatnam Shipbuilding Centre. |
| Nuclear-Powered Speed | Runs on a nuclear reactor, allowing it to move faster than conventional submarines, matching the speed of surface ships. |
| Endurance | Unlike regular submarines that can stay underwater for only a few hours, INS Arighat can remain submerged for months. |
| Surface Speed | Can travel at a speed of 12-15 knots (22 to 28 km/h) on the surface. |
| Underwater Speed | Capable of reaching speeds of 24 nautical miles (44 km/h) underwater. |
| Launch Tubes | Equipped with eight launch tubes. |
| Dimensions | Length: 111.6 meters, Width: 11 meters, Height: 9.5 meters. |
| Weight | The submarine weighs 6,000 tonnes. |
| Combat Capabilities | Equipped for underwater missile attacks, featuring sonar communication systems, sea-based missiles, and anti-radiation protection systems. |
Arihant: "Destroyer of the Enemy"
India's nuclear-powered ballistic submarines are called the Arihant class, a Sanskrit word that means "Destroyer of the Enemy." This name was chosen because it reflects the strategic importance of these submarines.
After considering various options, "Arihant" was selected and approved because it subtly and effectively conveys India's determination.
Indian Navy’s Nuclear Power
In order to strengthen the Indian Navy’s long-term submarine capabilities, the Modi government has planned to build both nuclear and conventional submarines indigenously. This includes constructing six nuclear attack submarines in three phases along with developing five additional Arihant-class vessels.
The Indian Navy has already received six Kalvari-class submarines, the conventional category vessels, with 15 more scheduled for delivery under Projects 75 AS, 76, and 75 India.
-1755083898003.jpg)
Comments
All Comments (0)
Join the conversation