India Gets Its Second Nuclear Submarine, INS Arighaat
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India's second nuclear submarine INS Arighaat -- an Arihant-class submarine -- will strengthen the country's nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, and help in establishing strategic balance and peace in the region
India commissioned its second nuclear submarine INS Arighaat today in Visakhapatnam. The Arihant-class submarine will strengthen India's nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help in establishing strategic balance and peace in the region, and play a decisive role in the security of the country, the Ministry of Defence said in a statement today.
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, who attended the nuclear missile's commissioning ceremony, described the naval milestone as an achievement for the nation and a testament to Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government's unwavering resolve to achieve aatmanirbharta (self-sufficiency) in defence.
The construction of INS Arighaat involved the use of advanced design and manufacturing technology, detailed research and development, use of special material, complex engineering and highly skilled workmanship, the Defence Ministry said.
