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  • Jul 01, 2024
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INDIGENOUS CONVENTIONAL SUBMARINE UNDER PROJECT-76

Why in the news?

  • The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has started a preliminary study for designing and developing an indigenous conventional submarine under Project-76.
  • The study, approved by the Defence Ministry, is expected to take about a year. After completion, a formal proposal will be presented to the Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) for approval.
Source: KBK

About Project-76

  • Project-76 builds on the advanced technology vessel (ATV) project, including Arihant nuclear ballistic missile submarines (SSBN) and nuclear-powered submarine (SSN) projects.
  • Submarines will include indigenous weapons, missiles, systems, and more.
  • The Navy’s 30-year plan focuses on designing and building indigenous conventional submarines after P-75I.
  • DRDO’s AIP modules will enhance Scorpene-class submarines’ endurance and stealth from 2025.
Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

  • DRDO is the R&D wing of the Ministry of Defence, Govt of India.
  • Vision: Empower India with cutting-edge defence technologies.
  • Mission: Achieve self-reliance in critical defence technologies and systems.
  • India’s largest research organization.
  • Formation: Formed in 1958 by merging existing entities – Technical Development Establishment (TDEs), Directorate of Technical Development & Production (DTDP), and Defence Science Organisation (DSO).
  • Operations: Network of laboratories across various fields: aeronautics, armaments, electronics, etc.
  • Headquarters: Headquarters located in New Delhi.

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