Source: ANI
Context: INS Imphal has arrived at Port Louis, Mauritius, to participate in the 57th Mauritius National Day celebrations on March 12, 2025.
- The visit underscores India’s commitment to maritime security and regional cooperation, aligning with the ‘Neighbourhood First’ policy and SAGAR vision.
About INS Imphal
What is INS Imphal?
- INS Imphal is a Visakhapatnam-class (Project 15B) guided-missile destroyer of the Indian Navy.
- It is the third indigenous stealth destroyer, commissioned in December 2023.
- Built by: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai.
Key Features of INS Imphal
- State-of-the-Art Weaponry
- Equipped with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles.
- Barak-8 surface-to-air missiles for aerial defense.
- 76mm Super Rapid Gun Mount (SRGM) and AK-630 CIWS for close-range combat.
- Advanced Sensor & Radar Systems: Features Multi-Function Surveillance and Threat Alert Radar (MF-STAR).
- Includes electronic warfare suites and towed array sonar for underwater surveillance.
- Stealth Capabilities: Designed with low radar cross-section for stealth operations.
- Reduces detectability in enemy radar systems.
- Enhanced Mobility & Endurance: Powered by four gas turbines, capable of reaching over 30 knots.
- Operational range: 4,000 nautical miles.
- Helicopter & UAV Operations: Can carry two multi-role helicopters, including MH-60R Seahawks.
- Supports unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations for reconnaissance.
