Project 17A Indigenous Stealth Frigate Mahendragiri

commissioned

The Indian Navy's sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, Mahendragiri (F38), designed in-house by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau and built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai. The frigate features advanced stealth capabilities, enhanced survivability, reduced radar signature, high automation, and a modern Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system. It is equipped with indigenous and state-of-the-art weapons and sensors, including missile systems, electronic warfare, anti-submarine warfare systems, and an integrated Combat Management System. It supports anti-air, anti-surface, anti-submarine operations, maritime security, power projection, humanitarian assistance, disaster relief, search and rescue, and sustained presence missions.