It is the third of four next-generation offshore patrol vessels.

INS Shreyas, Features, Latest News

Q: What is the speed and capacity of INS Shreyas?

It will be capable of achieving speeds of up to 23 knots and have an endurance of 8,500 nautical miles.

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INS Shreyas Latest News

Recently, the INS Shreyas was launched by the Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd.

About INS Shreyas

It is the third of four next-generation offshore patrol vessels.
These ships derive their names from India’s rich heritage, with this ship being named as ‘Shreyas’, meaning ‘Best’ or ‘Most Excellent’ in Sanskrit.
It is being built by defence PSU Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd for the Indian Navy.

Features of INS Shreyas

Measure: It measures about 113 metres in length and 14.6 metres in width.
Speed and Capacity: It will be capable of achieving speeds of up to 23 knots and have an endurance of 8,500 nautical miles.
Operations: It is designed for a wide range of maritime operations, the NGOPVs will undertake coastal and offshore asset protection, maritime interdiction, surveillance, mine warfare and special operations.

Source: TOI

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