♦ The Indian Navy received Taragiri, the fourth vessel of the Nilgiri-class (Project 17A) advanced stealth frigates. The ship was handed over at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) in Mumbai, marking a significant milestone in India’s efforts toward self-reliance in complex warship design and construction.

♦ Taragiri (Yard 12653) is the third Project 17A ship built by MDL and represents the modern reincarnation of the former INS Taragiri, a Leander-class frigate that served the Navy with distinction for 33 years between 1980 and 2013. 

♦ The Navy noted that Taragiri is the fourth P17A vessel delivered within the last eleven months. The remaining three ships—one being constructed at MDL and two at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) in Kolkata—are scheduled for progressive delivery by August 2026.