Why in the News?
- Taragiri, the fourth Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) indigenous stealth frigate, was delivered to the Indian Navy on 28 Nov 2025 by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), Mumbai.
About Taragiri (Yard 12653)
- Third P17A ship built by MDL.
- Named after the erstwhile INS Taragiri (Leander-class), which served 1980–2013.
- Represents major strides in Aatmanirbhar Bharat, with 75% indigenous content.
- Over 200 MSMEs involved; employment generated:
- ~4,000 direct, 10,000+ indirect.
Project 17A (P-17A)
- Follow-on of P17 Shivalik-class frigates.
- Total ships: 7
- 4 at MDL, 3 at GRSE.
- Aim: Advanced stealth, multi-mission, blue-water capability.
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