Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh, FOC-in-C Western Naval Command, addresses the gathering during the commissioning ceremony of INS Tamal at Yantar Shipyard, Kaliningrad, Russia, on 01 July 2025. (Pics/Defence PRO)
The Indian Tricolour and Naval Ensign hoisted with full honours as INS Tamal is formally commissioned into the Indian Navy fleet.
The ship’s crew and personnel from Russia’s Baltic Naval Fleet present a joint Guard of Honour, marking a symbol of Indo-Russian defence cooperation.
Vice Admiral Rajaram Swaminathan, CWP&A, and Russian dignitaries applaud the commissioning of INS Tamal, showcasing 65 years of strategic Indo-Russian shipbuilding partnership.
The Commanding Officer, Capt Sridhar Tata, signs the Delivery Act alongside Russian officials, completing the formal handover of INS Tamal to the Indian Navy.
The Commanding Officer, Capt Sridhar Tata, signs the Delivery Act alongside Russian officials, completing the formal handover of INS Tamal to the Indian Navy.
Chief Guest VAdm Sanjay Jasjit Singh tours INS Tamal with Capt Sridhar Tata, observing the ship’s advanced combat management systems and Indo-Russian tech integration.
INS Tamal sails proudly post-commissioning — a formidable multi-role stealth frigate ready to reinforce India’s maritime strength across the Indian Ocean Region.
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