INS Himgiri

INS Himgiri is the third ship of the Nilgiri Class (Project 17A) frigates, and it has been recently delivered to the Indian Navy at the Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata.

About INS Himgiri

• Class: Nilgiri Class (Project 17A)

• Type: Frigate

• Shipyard: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata

• Former Ship: INS Himgiri (Leander-class frigate) – This new INS Himgiri is a reincarnation of the earlier Leander-class frigate, which was decommissioned in 2005 after 30 years of service.

Design & Development

• Designed by: Warship Design Bureau (WDB)

• Overseen by: Warship Overseeing Team (Kolkata)

• Indigenous Content: 75%, which highlights India’s commitment to self-reliance and the involvement of over 200 MSMEs at GRSE in the ship's construction.

Features of INS Himgiri

1. Weapon and Sensor Suite:

   • The P17A ships (including INS Himgiri) are equipped with advanced weapon and sensor systems compared to the previous P17 (Shivalik) class ships.

   • These include a supersonic Surface-to-Surface missile system, a Medium-Range Surface-to-Air Missile system, and rapid-fire Close-in Weapon Systems.

2. Propulsion:

   • CODOG (Combined Diesel or Gas) propulsion system, comprising a diesel engine and gas turbine, which drives a Controllable Pitch Propeller (CPP) on each shaft.

   • The ship is powered by an Integrated Platform Management System (IPMS) to streamline operations.

3. Technological Advancements:

   • The Project 17A ships, including INS Himgiri, mark a generational leap in terms of ship design, stealth, survivability, and combat capability.

4. Stealth Features:

   • The ship is designed with enhanced stealth capabilities to reduce its radar signature, making it less detectable by enemy forces.

Conclusion

The induction of INS Himgiri into the Indian Navy is a major step forward in India’s quest for maritime dominance and self-sufficiency in defense technologies. It not only bolsters India's naval fleet but also highlights the country's technological and manufacturing advancements in indigenous defense systems.