The commissioning ceremony was attended by General Anil Chauhan, who is the Chief of Defence Staff

The ceremony was led by the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Naval Command and attended by senior naval officers, dignitaries, former commanders of the original INS Arnala, and representatives from GRSE and Larsen & Toubro Shipbuilding

INS Arnala is designed for many types of anti-submarine operations. It can perform underwater surveillance and interception, search and rescue missions, and even low-intensity maritime operations (LIMO)

This warship is 77 metres long and weighs over 1,490 tonnes, making it the largest Indian naval warship to use a diesel engine-waterjet system for propulsion

The commissioning of INS Arnala not only strengthens India`s defence capabilities but also showcases the success of indigenous design, engineering, and manufacturing

As India moves towards greater self-reliance in its maritime efforts, INS Arnala stands as a proud symbol of national strength, industrial partnership, and naval excellence

India`s own warships now use advanced Indian-made systems like stealth technology, electronic warfare tools, and smart sensors. This makes them much more ready for combat and helps achieve the goal of a self-reliant India (Aatmanirbhar Bharat)

The INS Arnala, named after Maharashtra`s historic coastal fort, joins the Navy to boost its strength and prepare for future challenges