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Source- This post on INS Arighat has been created based on the article “India ‘fully ready’ to add to fleet 2nd submarine with nuclear-tipped missiles” published in “Times of India” on 14 August 2024.
Why in News?
India is on the verge of commissioning its second nuclear-powered submarine, INS Arighat, equipped with nuclear missiles for strategic deterrence.
About INS Arighat
| Aspects | Description |
| About | 1. INS Arighat was commissioned into the Indian Navy on March 10, 2023. 2. INS Arighat is India’s second indigenously built nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN). 3. The development of INS Arighat, along with its predecessor INS Arihant, is a part of India’s effort to establish a credible nuclear triad, which includes land-based, air-based, and sea-based nuclear delivery systems. |
| Constructed by | The submarine was constructed at the Indian Navy’s Ship Building Centre (SBC) in Visakhapatnam. |
| Significance | INS Arighat plays a crucial role in enhancing the nation’s capability to launch nuclear missiles from land, air, and sea. |
| Features | 1. INS Arighat has a submerged displacement of around 6,000 tons. The submarine is approximately 111 meters (364 feet) long and 11 meters (36 feet) wide. 2. Propulsion: It is powered by a nuclear reactor, which provides it with virtually unlimited range and endurance, allowing it to remain submerged for extended periods. 3. Armament: INS Arighat is equipped with ballistic missiles capable of carrying nuclear warheads. The specific missiles include the K-15 Sagarika and potentially the K-4 missile, both designed to enhance the submarine’s strategic strike capabilities. 4. The submarine features advanced stealth technology to reduce its detectability by enemy sonar systems. |
| Strategic Significance | 1. Nuclear Deterrence: INS Arighat plays a crucial role in India’s nuclear triad which ensures a credible second-strike capability. This enhances India’s ability to retaliate in the event of a nuclear attack, thereby maintaining a strong and secure deterrent posture. 2. Patrols and Deployment: It operates primarily in the Indian Ocean ensuring India’s nuclear deterrent is always at sea. Its deployment enhances regional security and contributes to India’s strategic influence. |
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