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First Sea Sortie of Sixth Scorpene Submarine ‘Vaghsheer’

The sixth submarine of Project-75, Yard 11880, Indian Navy’s Kalvari class commenced her sea trials on 18 May 2023. The submarine was launched on 20 Apr 2022 from Kanhoji Angre Wet Basin of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited MDL. Vaghsheer is scheduled for delivery to Indian Navy in early 2024 after completion of these trial. MDL has delivered three submarines of Project-75 in 24 months and commencement of sea trials of sixth submarine is a significant milestone. This is indicative of the boost towards AatmaNirbhar Bharat. The submarine will now undergo intense trials of all its systems at sea, these include propulsion systems, weapons and sensors.