The Indian Navy on Thursday commissioned Scorpene-class submarine INS Vela at the naval dockyard in Mumbai, in the presence of the chief of naval staff Admiral Karambir Singh. INS Vela is the fourth Scorpene-class submarine to be commissioned under Project 75. It has been built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd in collaboration with M/s Naval Group of France.Addressing the commissioning event, Admiral Singh said on Thursday that INS Vela can undertake an entire spectrum of submarine operations. “Given today's dynamic and complex security situation, its capability and firepower will play a crucial role in enhancing the navy's ability to protect India's maritime interests,” Singh added

The Indian Navy on Thursday commissioned Scorpene-class submarine INS Vela at the naval dockyard in Mumbai, in the presence of the chief of naval staff Admiral Karambir Singh. INS Vela is the fourth Scorpene-class submarine to be commissioned under Project 75. It has been built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd in collaboration with M/s Naval Group of France.Addressing the commissioning event, Admiral Singh said on Thursday that INS Vela can undertake an entire spectrum of submarine operations. “Given today's dynamic and complex security situation, its capability and firepower will play a crucial role in enhancing the navy's ability to protect India's maritime interests,” Singh added