Summary
The ship will carry modern weapons and detection systems to help protect the Indian Ocean.
All major parts are being made in India, supporting the country's Make in India plan.
Key Points
5 points1
Keel laying ceremony marked the start of building the vessel.
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Vice Admiral Sanjay Sadhu attended as chief guest.
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Contract for the ship was signed with Cochin Shipyard in March 2023.
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Advanced weapons and sensor technology will be installed.
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Project showcases India's growing defence manufacturing ability.
New Words to Learn
8 wordskeel
the first part of a ship that is built, like a strong backbone
indigenous
made inside the same country
combat
military fighting
maritime
connected to the sea
sensor
a tool that senses or detects things
capabilities
what something can do
self‑reliant
able to do things on its own
Make in India
a plan to produce goods inside India
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