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Tomorrow, the Indian Navy is set to induct its second nuclear ballistic missile submarine, INS Arighat. The historic event will be graced by the presence of Rajnath Singh, the Defense Minister of India, and Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, the Chief of the Naval Staff. Senior Naval officials, scientists from the Defense Research and Development Organization (DRDO), and the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) will also be in attendance.
INS Arighat is a sister ship of the lead submarine INS Arihant and is part of the Arihant class of nuclear-powered submarines. However, due to technological advancements over the years, INS Arighat is significantly more advanced than its predecessor.
Weighing in at 6000 tons, INS Arighat will be armed with a formidable arsenal of nuclear-tipped ballistic missiles. These include the K-15 missile with a range of 1500 kilometers and the K-4 missile with a range of 3500 kilometers.
The induction of INS Arighat marks a significant milestone for India’s nuclear deterrence capabilities. As a nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine, it can remain submerged for extended periods, making it a highly survivable and potent weapon system.
The presence of both INS Arihant and INS Arighat will enhance India’s ability to deter potential adversaries and safeguard its national interests.
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