Project 15B Warship: guided missile destroyer ‘Surat’ crest unveiled
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Source: The post is based on the article “Project 15B Warship: guided missile destroyer ‘Surat’ crest unveiled” published in “PIB” on 7th November 2023

Why in the News?

The crest of the under-construction guided missile destroyer of the Indian Navy named “INS Surat” was unveiled recently.

What is INS Surat?

INS Surat is the fourth ship of the indigenously designed and constructed Project 15B (Vishakhapatnam Class) destroyers.

Being Built by: Mazagaon Dock Limited (MDL) in Mumbai

Features: The ship has been constructed using innovative block construction methodology, wherein the ship’s hull has been assembled at distinct geographical locations before being integrated at the Mazagon Dock Limited(MDL).

What does the crest of INS Surat depict?

The crest of INS Surat depicts the renowned Hazira lighthouse. It was built in 1836, at the southern entrance of the Gulf of Khambhat. It was among India’s earliest lighthouses.

The crest also features an Asiatic lion (state animal of Gujarat) representing the majesty and strength of ships.

What is Project 15B?

SpecificationsDetails
What is itIt is a project that aims to construct four guided missile destroyers
Launched in 2011
Follow on project ofProject 15A (Kolkata Class) 
Names of Four Ships1.Visakhapatnam
2.Mormugao
3.Imphal
4.Surat
Built byMazagaon Dock Limited (MDL)
FeaturesIt incorporates advanced design concepts such as state-of-the-art weapons and sensors, advanced stealth features and a high degree of automation for improved survivability.

UPSC Syllabus: Science and Technology (Defence)

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