INS Tushil Commissioned, Strengthening Indian Navy

India's latest multi-role stealth frigate, INS Tushil, has been commissioned at Kaliningrad, Russia, marking a significant advancement in India's naval capabilities. This event, attended by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, symbolizes the robust India-Russia partnership in defense. Part of the upgraded Krivak III class frigates, Tushil integrates 26% indigenous content and showcases a blend of Russian and Indian engineering excellence. It is equipped with advanced systems for anti-submarine, anti-air, and surface warfare, enhancing the Navy's operational capabilities, especially in the Indian Ocean. The $2.5 billion contract with Russia involved constructing two ships in Russia and two in India, aligning with India's 'Make in India' initiative for future naval projects. INS Tushil, now part of the Indian Navy's Western Fleet, represents a strategic step in countering increasing naval activities in the region, notably from China's PLA Navy.