What is INS Beas?

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It is the first of Brahmaputra Class Frigate to be re-powered from steam to diesel propulsion.
After completion of Mid Life Upgrade and Re-Powering in 2026, INS Beas will join the active fleet of the Indian Navy, with a modernised weapon suite and upgraded combat capability.

About INS Beas

INS Beas (F37) is a Brahmaputra-class frigate of the Indian Navy.
It was built at the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
It was commissioned on 11th July, 2005.
It is the second ship in the Indian Navy to bear the name. The first was a Leopard-class frigate commissioned in 1960 and scrapped in 1992.
Role: It is a versatile warship capable of a range of missions, including anti-aircraft, anti-submarine, and anti-ship warfare. It is also used for patrolling, surveillance, and providing security to India’s maritime interests.
Features:
- The design and construction of the ship are entirely Indian and is a modification of the Godavari-class frigate.
- It has a displacement of about 3,850 tons.
- The ship has a length of 126 meters (413 feet) and a beam width of 14.5 meters (48 feet).
- Propulsion: 2 steam turbines
- It is capable of reaching speeds of over 30 knots, making it swift and agile in naval operations.
- It is fitted with an array of modern sensor suites and matching weapon systems.

Q1) What is a Frigate?

A frigate is a type of warship that is typically smaller and faster than a full-fledged battleship or cruiser but larger and more heavily armed than a corvette or patrol vessel. Frigates are designed for a variety of naval tasks and are often used for escort duties, anti-submarine warfare, anti-aircraft defense, and general-purpose naval operations

Source: Defence Ministry Seals ₹ 313 Crore Deal For Upgrade Of Warship INS Beas