Project 17A Indigenous Stealth Frigate Mahendragiri

planned for commissioning

The Indian Navy is set to commission its sixth Project 17A indigenous stealth frigate, Mahendragiri (F38), at Visakhapatnam on July 11. Designed in-house by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau and built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai, the frigate incorporates advanced stealth features, enhanced survivability, a reduced radar signature, and a high degree of automation. It is powered by a modern Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system and equipped with an advanced suite of indigenous and state-of-the-art weapons and sensors. With more than 75% indigenous content, it reflects the Government of India's Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative and is capable of undertaking multiple maritime operations including anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine missions.