Project 17A Nilgiri-class Stealth Frigates
Sector: Government • Location: Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
Source: SSBCrack
The Indian Navy commissioned two new Project 17A stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri (F35) and INS Himgiri (F34), marking a significant milestone. These frigates are part of a program to build seven Nilgiri-class frigates, which are larger and more advanced than their predecessors, featuring enhanced stealth design, combat systems, and offensive capabilities. The ships are powered by a Combined Diesel
- Status
- Under Construction
- Sector
- Government
- Location
- Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, India
- Updated
- 22 Jul 2026
- Source
- SSBCrack
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Description | The Indian Navy commissioned two new Project 17A stealth frigates, INS Udaygiri (F35) and INS Himgiri (F34), marking a significant milestone. These frigates are part of a program to build seven Nilgiri-class frigates, which are larger and more advanced than their predecessors, featuring enhanced stealth design, combat systems, and offensive capabilities. The ships are powered by a Combined Diesel or Gas (CODOG) propulsion system and equipped with advanced weaponry and systems for anti-submarine warfare. The design was developed by the Indian Navy's Warship Design Bureau, employing an Integrated Construction concept for modular assembly. |
Original sector | Defence |
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Country | India |
State | Andhra Pradesh |
City | Visakhapatnam |
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Record type | Project |
Sector | Government |
Article published date | 2025-09-16 |
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