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Key Points

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Mangrol is the third ship of its class focused on anti‑submarine operations.

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Over 80 % of its parts are made in India, highlighting self‑reliance.

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Features sonar, water‑jet propulsion and weapons for submarine and mine defence.

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Improves coastal security and supports the local shipbuilding industry.

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Summary

Designed and built in India, the vessel contains more than 80 % locally sourced components.

Its equipment includes advanced sonar sensors, water‑jet propulsion and weapons to detect and counter submarines, mines and other threats in shallow coastal waters.

The ship enhances India's ability to protect its coastline, support maritime security and showcase self‑reliant shipbuilding.

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New Words to Learn

8 words
commissioned
officially started to be used
anti‑submarine
designed to find and stop submarines
sonar
a system that uses sound waves to locate objects underwater
propulsion
the way a ship moves forward
littoral
the area near the shore
self‑reliant
able to do things on its own without needing help from other countries
maritime
related to the sea
mine warfare
using hidden explosive devices in the water to protect an area
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