President Droupadi Murmu launched the advanced stealth frigate 'Vindhyagiri' for the Indian Navy in Kolkata.

The launch signifies India's commitment to self-reliance through indigenous shipbuilding.

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The frigate was built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE) in Kolkata.

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Esteemed dignitaries, including Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee and Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar, attended the event.

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'Vindhyagiri' is the sixth vessel in the Project 17A Frigate series.

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The ship is named after the 'Vindhya' ranges in Karnataka.

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P17A ships are guided missile frigates with capabilities across air, surface, and sub-surface dimensions.

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President Murmu praised the GRSE team and highlighted the milestone towards an 'atmanirbhar Bharat'.

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Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar highlighted the Indian Navy's commitment to self-reliance and technological advancement.

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