India’s first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier will be commissioned next year, says Rajnath Singh
3 years, 6 months ago

India’s first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier will be commissioned next year, says Rajnath Singh

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The vessel is said to boast of nearly 75 percent indigenous content, from design to steel used in construction, to key weapons and sensors Kochi: India’s first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier will be commissioned next year and its combat capability, reach and versatility will add formidable capabilities in the country’s defence, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said here on Friday. Commissioning of the IAC next year will be a befitting tribute to 75 years of India’s independence”, Singh said in the statement read out to the media. “The combat capability, reach and versatility of the aircraft carrier will add formidable capabilities in the defence of our country and help secure India’s interests in the maritime domain,” the defence minister said. “These measures will help enhance the Indian Navy’s operational reach and prowess to protect India’s maritime interests,” he said.

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India TV News  

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India Today  

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India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier will be commissioned next year: Rajnath Singh
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India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier will be commissioned next year: Rajnath Singh

India TV News  

India's first Indigenous Aircraft Carrier will be commissioned next year and its combat capability, reach and versatility will add formidable capabilities in the country's defence, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said here on Friday. "Commissioning of the IAC next year will be a befitting tribute to 75 years of India's independence", Singh said in the statement read out to the media. …

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