Defence Minister Rajnath Singh
visakhapatnam: The second Arihant class submarineINS Arighaat‘ was commissioned in the Indian Navy On Thursday in Visakhapatnam in the presence of the Defence Minister. Rajnath Singh.
In his address, the Defence Minister expressed confidence that ‘Arighaat’ will further strengthen India’s nuclear triad, enhance nuclear deterrence, help establish strategic balance and peace in the region and play a decisive role in the country’s security. He described it as an achievement for the nation and a testimony to the unwavering resolve of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi-led government to achieve ‘Aatmanirbharta’ in defence.
Rajnath Singh praised the Indian Navy, DRDO and the industry for their hard work and synergy in achieving this capability. He termed this self-reliance as the foundation of self-reliance. He appreciated the fact that the industrial sector of the country, especially the SMEs, have received a major boost through this project and more employment opportunities have been created.
Recalling the political will of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee, which brought India to the level of a nuclear weapons state, the Defence Minister said, “Today, India is taking leaps and bounds to become a developed country. It is essential that we develop rapidly in all fields, including defence, especially in the current geopolitical scenario. Along with economic prosperity, we need a strong military. Our government is working on a mission mode to ensure that our soldiers possess top-quality weapons and platforms manufactured on Indian soil.”
The construction of INS Arighaat involved the use of advanced design and manufacturing technology, detailed research and development, use of special materials, complex engineering and highly skilled manpower. It has the distinction of having indigenous systems and equipment that were conceptualized, designed, manufactured and integrated by scientists, industry personnel and the Indian Navy.
The indigenous technological advancements made in this submarine make it significantly more advanced than its predecessor, the Arihant. The presence of both INS Arihant and INS Arighaat will enhance India’s ability to deter potential adversaries and safeguard its national interests.
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