Defence Ministry signs Rs. 2725 Cr contract with MDL
The project will be a proud flag bearer of Atmanirbhar Bharat in consonance with the Make-in-India initiative of the Government of India.
New Delhi: Ministry of Defence signed a contract on 30th June 2023 for Medium Refit with Life Certification (MRLC) of Sub-Surface Killer (SSK) Class of Submarine “INS Shankush” with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), Mumbai at an overall cost of Rs. 2725 Cr.
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Shankush is an SSK Class of Submarine to be re-fitted at MDL, Mumbai. Delivery of the Submarine post-MRLC will be in 2026. After completion of MRLC, INS Shankush will be combat-ready and will join the active fleet of the Indian Navy with upgraded combat capability.
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The project will be a proud flag bearer of Atmanirbhar Bharat in consonance with the Make-in-India initiative of the Government of India
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