Triput Class Frigates

Context (PIB)

The Governor of Goa recently launched the ‘Triput,’ an advanced frigate for the Indian Navy at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa. Here are some key points:

• Introduction: Triput is the first of two advanced frigates being constructed by GSL.
• Design Purpose: The ship is designed for combat operations against enemy surface ships, submarines, and aircraft.
• Follow-on Ships: Triput class ships are successors to the Teg and Talwar class ships acquired from Russia.
• Features: These ships are equipped with stealth features, advanced weapons, and sensors.

Frigates Overview

• Definition: Frigates are agile and fast naval ships, positioned in size between destroyers and corvettes.
• Capabilities: They can perform various tasks such as:
  • Escorting larger ships.
  • Patrolling maritime regions.
  • Anti-submarine warfare (ASW) operations.
  • Surface warfare.
  • Fleet defense from air and submarine attacks.