INS Taragiri, Indigenously Built Stealth Frigate by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, Commissioned into Indian Navy

In a significant development for India’s maritime security, INS Taragiri, an indigenously built stealth frigate by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), was formally commissioned into the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam on Friday, April 3, 2026. The ship is the third in the series of Project 17A, indicating another leap in India’s indigenous warship design and construction. The 149.02 M long and 17.8 M wide ship, with a displacement of 6400 Tons, is equipped with State-of-the-art stealth features, advanced weapon systems, cutting-edge sensors, and high-tech automation systems. The entry of INS Taragiri into the fleet will substantially enhance India’s surveillance, operational reach, and maritime security across the Indian Ocean Region. The commissioning of the ship, which has 75% indigenisation, underscores the collaborative excellence of the Indian Navy, MDL, and a wide ecosystem of indigenous industries, including a wide network of MSMEs, thus creating numerous employment opportunities both direct and indirect.