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Monday, August 25, 2014

Navy's under-equipped warships serve little purpose

INS VikramadityaThe confidence that the Navy must gain in its own capabilities following the acquisition of three new vessels - the "induction" of the Vikramaditya aircraft carrier in June, the commissioning of the Kolkata destroyer two weeks ago, and of the Kamorta corvette last week - would be entirely justified.

These are impressive vessels, each one of them. Each also represents a significant upgrade when compared to the vessel(s) it will replace or complement.

The Vikramaditya, at 44,500 tonnes, is in an altogether different class from the virtually superannuated Viraat at 28,700 tonnes. The Kolkata is formidable in every way, while the Kamorta stretches the definition of the corvette, being midway to a frigate in size and capability.

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