INS Arihant is India's first indigenously developed nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN). Here are some key details about INS Arihant:
Launch and Commissioning: INS Arihant was launched on 26 July 2009, and was officially commissioned into the Indian Navy on August 2016.
Design and Development: The submarine is part of India's Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) project. The design and development were carried out by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), the Indian Navy, and other associated organizations.
Specifications:
- Displacement: Approximately 6,000 tonnes
- Length: About 112 meters
- Propulsion: Powered by an 83 MW pressurized water reactor
- Speed: Can reach speeds of 24 knots when submerged
- Range: Unlimited range with endurance limited only by food supplies
Armament: INS Arihant is equipped with K-15 Sagarika missiles, which have a range of around 750 kilometers, and it can also carry K-4 missiles, which have a longer range of around 3,500 kilometers.
Significance: The induction of INS Arihant marked a significant milestone for India, providing it with a credible second-strike capability and enhancing its nuclear deterrence posture. This makes India one of the few countries in the world to have a nuclear triad, capable of delivering nuclear weapons by land, air, and sea.
INS Arihant represents a crucial asset in India's strategic defense, playing a key role in its maritime security and nuclear deterrence strategies.
Since no stamp has been issued on INS Arihant , have displayed the INS Kalvari stamp.
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