INS KOLKATTA

  • May 19, 2021
  • Posted by: OptimizeIAS Team
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INS KOLKATTA

Subject: Defence

Context: Cyclone Tauktae: INS Kolkata rushes to rescue barge with 137 onboard.

Concept:

  • INS Kolkata is the lead ship of the Kolkata-class stealth guided-missile destroyers of the Indian Navy.
  • Ship was constructed at Mazagon Dock Limited (MDL), and was handed over to the navy on 10 July 2014 after completing her sea trials.
  • The ship was officially commissioned by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in a ceremony held on 16 August 2014.
Defence INS KOLKATTA