Indian Navy’s Imphal Hits Target with First Brahmos Missile Test

Indian Navy's Imphal Hits Target with First Brahmos Missile Test

VoM News Desk | November 22, 2023 | 12:08 PM IST | Security | Follow on Google News

Indian Navy’s Imphal Hits Target with First Brahmos Missile Test

Indian Navy’s Imphal Hits Target with First Brahmos Missile Test

The Indian Navy’s latest indigenous guided missile destroyer, Imphal, marked a significant milestone by successfully hitting a ‘Bulls Eye’ in its first-ever Brahmos missile firing at sea. This achievement not only demonstrates the destroyer’s combat readiness but also represents a leap in India’s ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative and naval firepower.

Imphal: A Symbol of Indigenous Shipbuilding

Imphal is the third ship of the Visakhapatnam-class stealth guided missile destroyers. Designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and constructed by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders in Mumbai, the INS Imphal stands as a testament to India’s advanced indigenous shipbuilding capabilities. The ship is named in honor of the Indian soldiers who fought in World War II’s Battle of Imphal.

Advanced Features and Capabilities

This state-of-the-art warship, with a displacement of 7,400 tons and a length of 164 meters, is equipped with modern weapons and sensors. Its armament includes surface-to-air missiles, anti-ship missiles, torpedoes, and a 76mm Super Rapid Gun Mount. Approximately 75% of the ship’s components, including its missile systems and launchers, are indigenously sourced.

Impressive Speed and Propulsion

Powered by a Combined Gas and Gas propulsion system featuring four gas turbines, Imphal is capable of reaching speeds exceeding 30 knots (56 km/h), making it a swift and formidable asset in the Indian Navy’s fleet.

Record Timeframe from Launch to Delivery

Imphal’s keel was laid in May 2017, and the ship was launched in April 2019. Commencing its maiden sea trials in April 2023, the ship has since undergone extensive testing, leading to its delivery in just six months – a record timeframe for a warship of its class and complexity.

This successful test-firing and the rapid progress in Imphal’s readiness underscore the Indian Navy’s commitment to enhancing its maritime capabilities and reinforcing its position as a blue-water navy.

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