From Financialexpress · Sheenu Sharma · · 1m 20s
India Expands Underwater Fleet with Submarines
India plans six new submarines and three more Scorpene boats for Rs 80,000 crore underwater fleet expansion.
In brief
India plans six new submarines and three more Scorpene boats for Rs 80,000 crore underwater fleet expansion. India is finalizing a Rs 80,000 crore deal to build six advanced submarines domestically with German partnership and considering three additional Scorpene submarines to strengthen underwater capabilities…
India's Submarine Deal Progress
India is almost in the final stages of clearing an over Rs 80,000 crore deal to build six advanced conventional submarines domestically with German partnership.
Additional Scorpene Submarines Considered
Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh says both Project-75(I) and additional Scorpene submarines are being considered.
Project-75(I) Program Details
Project-75(I) is designed to deliver diesel-electric attack submarines with advanced sensors, weapons and stealth features.
Scorpene-Class Submarines
The additional Scorpene order would extend the existing Kalvari-class line already under construction at Mazagon Dock Limited.
Indigenous AIP System Upgrade
Indian Navy is working to fit indigenous Air Independent Propulsion system developed by DRDO onto Scorpene-class boats during mid-life refits.
Indigenous Combat System Development
Naval Physical and Oceanographic Laboratory has developed an indigenous integrated combat system for submarines to be phased in during refits.
Strategic Partnership Model
Project-75(I) uses strategic partnership model with German firm TKMS for domestic construction with substantial Indian private-sector participation.
The big picture
India is finalizing a Rs 80,000 crore deal to build six advanced submarines domestically with German partnership and considering three additional Scorpene submarines to strengthen underwater capabilities.
