India Commissions Third Nuclear-Powered Submarine INS Aridhaman
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Silent Commissioning of INS Aridhaman |
| Date | April 3, 2023 |
| Location | Visakhapatnam |
| Presence | Defence Minister Rajnath Singh |
| Type of Submarine | Nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) |
| Class | Arihant-class |
| Programme | Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) programme |
| Weight | Around 7,000 tonnes |
| Advancements | Larger size, better technology, higher firepower, more nuclear missile capacity |
| Missile Capabilities | K-15 Sagarika missiles, K-4 missiles (range 3,500 km), Future K-5 missiles |
| Significance | Strengthens India's nuclear triad (land, air, sea) |