DefenceWednesday, 1 April 2026·https://testbook.com/current-affairs/01-april-2026-daily-current-affairs
Stealth frigate Dunagiri delivered to Indian Navy on 30 March 2026
Dunagiri, the fifth Project 17A frigate, was delivered by GRSE Kolkata on 30 March 2026.
Key highlights
Direct fact
On 30 March 2026, Dunagiri, the fifth stealth frigate of Project 17A, was delivered to the Indian Navy by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers in Kolkata.
Key specifics
- Dunagiri is the 5th frigate of Project 17A (Nilgiri class).
- It was built by GRSE, Kolkata.
- The build period was compressed to 80 months, compared with 93 months for INS Nilgiri.
- The ship has 75% indigenous content and involved over 200 MSMEs.
- It is armed with BrahMos missiles, MRSAM, 76mm SRGM and anti-submarine systems.
Exam lens
Question type: defence technology and ship classes; Project 17A, 30 March 2026, GRSE Kolkata, 80 months, 75% indigenous content, and BrahMos are the key points.