INS Mahendragiri joins Indian Navy, boosts Indo-Pacific presence

The Indian Navy welcomed the INS Mahendragiri on July 11, enhancing its maritime capabilities in the Indo-Pacific region. Commissioned at Visakhapatnam by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, the Nilgiri-class stealth frigate features over 75% indigenous technology. Its advanced systems are designed for various naval operations, contributing to India's focus on modernisation and regional security.