{"id":42953,"date":"2025-12-06T18:31:05","date_gmt":"2025-12-06T13:01:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/?p=42953"},"modified":"2025-12-06T18:31:09","modified_gmt":"2025-12-06T13:01:09","slug":"ins-aridhaman-commissioning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/","title":{"rendered":"INS Aridhaman Commissioning: India Strengthens Sea-Based Nuclear Deterrent"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#INS_Aridhaman_commissioning_marks_a_major_leap_in_Indias_sea-based_nuclear_deterrent_enhancing_second-strike_capability_and_strategic_maritime_security\" >INS Aridhaman commissioning marks a major leap in India\u2019s sea-based nuclear deterrent, enhancing second-strike capability and strategic maritime security.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#India_Prepares_to_Launch_INS_Aridhaman_Boosting_Sea-Based_Nuclear_Deterrent\" >India Prepares to Launch INS Aridhaman, Boosting Sea-Based Nuclear Deterrent<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#A_Major_Leap_for_Indias_Underwater_Strategic_Capability\" >A Major Leap for India\u2019s Underwater Strategic Capability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Technical_Features_Capabilities_of_INS_Aridhaman\" >Technical Features &amp; Capabilities of INS Aridhaman<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Strategic_Significance_of_Aridhaman_for_Indias_Defence_Posture\" >Strategic Significance of Aridhaman for India\u2019s Defence Posture<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Why_This_News_Is_Important\" >Why This News Is Important<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Strengthening_Nuclear_Triad_Ensuring_Second-Strike_Capability\" >Strengthening Nuclear Triad: Ensuring Second-Strike Capability<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Boost_to_Indigenous_Defence_Manufacturing_and_Strategic_Autonomy\" >Boost to Indigenous Defence Manufacturing and Strategic Autonomy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Regional_Maritime_Balance_Security_in_the_Indo-Pacific\" >Regional Maritime Balance &amp; Security in the Indo-Pacific<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Importance_for_Civil-Service_Defence_Strategic_Awareness_Aspirants\" >Importance for Civil-Service, Defence &amp; Strategic Awareness Aspirants<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Historical_Context\" >Historical Context<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Origin_of_Indias_SSBN_Programme_From_Project_932_to_Arihant\" >Origin of India\u2019s SSBN Programme: From Project 932 to Arihant<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Key_Takeaways_from_INS_Aridhamans_Commissioning\" >Key Takeaways from INS Aridhaman\u2019s Commissioning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#1_What_is_INS_Aridhaman\" >1. What is INS Aridhaman?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#2_Which_class_does_INS_Aridhaman_belong_to\" >2. Which class does INS Aridhaman belong to?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#3_What_are_the_missile_capabilities_of_INS_Aridhaman\" >3. What are the missile capabilities of INS Aridhaman?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#4_What_is_the_significance_of_INS_Aridhaman_for_Indias_nuclear_deterrent\" >4. What is the significance of INS Aridhaman for India\u2019s nuclear deterrent?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#5_Which_Indian_organization_developed_the_reactor_for_INS_Aridhaman\" >5. Which Indian organization developed the reactor for INS Aridhaman?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#6_How_does_INS_Aridhaman_enhance_Indias_maritime_security\" >6. How does INS Aridhaman enhance India\u2019s maritime security?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#7_When_was_Indias_first_SSBN_commissioned\" >7. When was India\u2019s first SSBN commissioned?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#8_What_is_the_displacement_of_INS_Aridhaman\" >8. What is the displacement of INS Aridhaman?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#9_How_long_can_INS_Aridhaman_stay_submerged\" >9. How long can INS Aridhaman stay submerged?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#10_Why_is_INS_Aridhaman_important_for_civil-service_exam_aspirants\" >10. Why is INS Aridhaman important for civil-service exam aspirants?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/national\/ins-aridhaman-commissioning\/#Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\" >Some Important Current Affairs Links<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"INS_Aridhaman_commissioning_marks_a_major_leap_in_Indias_sea-based_nuclear_deterrent_enhancing_second-strike_capability_and_strategic_maritime_security\"><\/span>INS Aridhaman commissioning marks a major leap in India\u2019s sea-based nuclear deterrent, enhancing second-strike capability and strategic maritime security.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"India_Prepares_to_Launch_INS_Aridhaman_Boosting_Sea-Based_Nuclear_Deterrent\"><\/span>India Prepares to Launch INS Aridhaman, Boosting Sea-Based Nuclear Deterrent<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Major_Leap_for_Indias_Underwater_Strategic_Capability\"><\/span>A Major Leap for India\u2019s Underwater Strategic Capability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India is on the verge of commissioning INS Aridhaman \u2014 the third indigenously built nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN) \u2014 marking a significant milestone in the country\u2019s maritime defence ambitions. The submarine has completed extensive sea trials and is ready to join the fleet under the command of the Indian Navy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>INS Aridhaman belongs to the Arihant-class of SSBNs. With advanced design improvements over its predecessors, it boasts enhanced stealth, endurance, and strike capabilities. Once inducted, it will operate alongside existing SSBNs: INS Arihant and INS Arighaat \u2014 collectively strengthening India\u2019s sea-based nuclear deterrent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Technical_Features_Capabilities_of_INS_Aridhaman\"><\/span>Technical Features &amp; Capabilities of INS Aridhaman<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Displacement &amp; Size<\/strong>: The submarine has a submerged displacement of about 7,000 tonnes, making it larger and more capable than the earlier 6,000-tonne Arihant-class boats. Its increased size supports greater payload and endurance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nuclear Reactor<\/strong>: Powered by an upgraded 83 MW pressurized light-water reactor (PWR) developed indigenously by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC). This reactor offers enhanced efficiency, a lower acoustic signature (improved stealth), and sustains underwater endurance limited mainly by crew supplies rather than fuel.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Armament<\/strong>: Equipped with an advanced vertical launch system (VLS), INS Aridhaman can carry a mix of submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs): either up to 24 shorter-range K-15 (Sagarika) missiles with a range of approx. 750 km, or fewer but longer-range K-4 missiles with a strike range around 3,500 km. It is also expected to be compatible with future K-5 missiles (with projected ranges up to 5,000\u20136,000 km). <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stealth &amp; Detection Systems<\/strong>: The boat features advanced sensor and sonar suites \u2014 including bow, flank, and towed-array sonar systems \u2014 along with anechoic coatings to dampen acoustic signature. These improvements enhance its ability to evade detection and conduct covert deterrent patrols. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Endurance &amp; Patrol Capability<\/strong>: The reactor and design allow submerged operations for extended durations \u2014 constrained mainly by food, crew rotations, and maintenance rather than fuel \u2014 enabling long-duration strategic patrols critical for credible second-strike capability. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strategic_Significance_of_Aridhaman_for_Indias_Defence_Posture\"><\/span>Strategic Significance of Aridhaman for India\u2019s Defence Posture<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The induction of INS Aridhaman significantly elevates India\u2019s underwater deterrence architecture. By expanding the fleet to three operational SSBNs, the Indian Navy ensures that at least one submarine can remain on continuous patrol \u2014 a key requirement for credible sea-based deterrence under the country\u2019s nuclear doctrine.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Given increasing maritime competition and naval deployments in the Indo-Pacific \u2014 particularly from powers with submarine capabilities \u2014 having a stealthy, nuclear-armed submarine with long-range strike reach underlines India\u2019s resolve to protect its maritime interests and maintain strategic balance. The move also advances the national ambition for defence self-reliance under the Atmanirbhar Bharat initiative, as INS Aridhaman is built largely with indigenous technology and expertise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\" id=\"INS-Aridhaman-Commissioning\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/jpeg;base64,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\" alt=\"INS Aridhaman Commissioning\" title=\"INS Aridhaman Commissioning\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">INS Aridhaman Commissioning<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_This_News_Is_Important\"><\/span>Why This News Is Important<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Strengthening_Nuclear_Triad_Ensuring_Second-Strike_Capability\"><\/span>Strengthening Nuclear Triad: Ensuring Second-Strike Capability<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The commissioning of INS Aridhaman fills a critical gap in India\u2019s nuclear doctrine by solidifying the underwater leg of its triad (land, air, and sea). SSBNs like Aridhaman are much harder to detect and neutralize compared to land-based or air-launched platforms, thereby assuring a credible second-strike capability even if first-strike assets are compromised. This enhances deterrence, increasing the risk for any adversary considering a pre-emptive strike.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Boost_to_Indigenous_Defence_Manufacturing_and_Strategic_Autonomy\"><\/span>Boost to Indigenous Defence Manufacturing and Strategic Autonomy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>INS Aridhaman is largely built using Indian technology and materials \u2014 from nuclear reactor to hull construction and missile systems. This reflects growing self-reliance in critical defence manufacturing, aligning with the Atmanirbhar Bharat vision. Such developments reduce dependency on foreign imports, strengthening India\u2019s defense industrial base and giving New Delhi greater autonomy in strategic planning and procurement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Regional_Maritime_Balance_Security_in_the_Indo-Pacific\"><\/span>Regional Maritime Balance &amp; Security in the Indo-Pacific<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With growing Chinese and Pakistani submarine capabilities \u2014 and increasing maritime activity in the Indian Ocean \u2014 Aridhaman\u2019s induction sends a strong strategic message. It improves India\u2019s ability to patrol, monitor, and, if necessary, respond in the maritime domain, thereby contributing to regional stability and safeguarding national maritime interests, sea-lines of communication, and island territories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Importance_for_Civil-Service_Defence_Strategic_Awareness_Aspirants\"><\/span>Importance for Civil-Service, Defence &amp; Strategic Awareness Aspirants<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For students preparing for civil-services, defence, railways, banking or police exams \u2014 where current affairs and national security topics are common \u2014 this development highlights a major strategic shift. It\u2019s a key example of India\u2019s evolving defence architecture and geopolitical posture, and understanding its implications can be crucial for essay-writing, interview-discussions or general-knowledge sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Historical_Context\"><\/span>Historical Context<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Origin_of_Indias_SSBN_Programme_From_Project_932_to_Arihant\"><\/span>Origin of India\u2019s SSBN Programme: From Project 932 to Arihant<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>India\u2019s journey towards a sea-based nuclear deterrent dates back decades. After the demonstration of nuclear capability in the 1970s and 1990s \u2014 marked by tests and an evolving nuclear doctrine \u2014 Indian strategists recognized the vulnerability of land-based and air-launched assets to a first strike. To counter this, the indigenous SSBN programme was initiated under what later became known as the Advanced Technology Vessel project (ATV). <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The first success came with INS Arihant, commissioned in August 2016. As the first indigenously built SSBN, Arihant marked India as the first country outside the five permanent UN Security Council members to build and deploy an SSBN.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Subsequently came INS Arighaat (commissioned August 2024), featuring improved systems and capabilities. The expansion to a third boat with INS Aridhaman represents the maturation of India\u2019s SSBN fleet \u2014 shifting from a nascent deterrent platform to a credible, continuous sea-based nuclear deterrent posture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Over time, India has incrementally built technological, manufacturing, and strategic competence \u2014 from reactor design by BARC, to missile and sonar systems by DRDO, and hull construction by Indian shipyards \u2014 reflecting a larger trajectory of defence modernization and strategic autonomy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Key_Takeaways_from_INS_Aridhamans_Commissioning\"><\/span>Key Takeaways from INS Aridhaman\u2019s Commissioning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>No.<\/th><th>Key Takeaway<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>1<\/td><td>INS Aridhaman is India\u2019s third indigenously built nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), soon to be commissioned.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2<\/td><td>The submarine has a submerged displacement of ~7,000 tonnes and is powered by an 83 MW indigenously developed reactor for extended underwater endurance.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3<\/td><td>It can carry a versatile missile load \u2014 up to 24 K-15 SLBMs (750 km range) or multiple long-range K-4 missiles (\u22483,500 km), and is expected to be compatible with future K-5 missiles (5,000\u20136,000 km).<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4<\/td><td>Advanced stealth technology (acoustic damping, sonar suites) increases covert patrol capability, ensuring survivability and credible second-strike potential.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>Induction of Aridhaman strengthens India\u2019s sea-based nuclear deterrent, reinforces the nuclear triad, and enhances strategic deterrence posture under the Atmanirbhar Bharat defence framework.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">INS Aridhaman Commissioning<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs_Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>FAQs: Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_What_is_INS_Aridhaman\"><\/span>1. What is INS Aridhaman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>INS Aridhaman is India\u2019s third indigenously built nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), designed to strengthen the country\u2019s sea-based nuclear deterrent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Which_class_does_INS_Aridhaman_belong_to\"><\/span>2. Which class does INS Aridhaman belong to?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>INS Aridhaman belongs to the Arihant-class of nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_What_are_the_missile_capabilities_of_INS_Aridhaman\"><\/span>3. What are the missile capabilities of INS Aridhaman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It can carry up to 24 K-15 (Sagarika) SLBMs with a 750 km range or multiple K-4 missiles with ~3,500 km range. Future compatibility with K-5 missiles (5,000\u20136,000 km range) is planned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_What_is_the_significance_of_INS_Aridhaman_for_Indias_nuclear_deterrent\"><\/span>4. What is the significance of INS Aridhaman for India\u2019s nuclear deterrent?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The submarine strengthens the underwater leg of India\u2019s nuclear triad, ensuring a credible second-strike capability and enhancing strategic deterrence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Which_Indian_organization_developed_the_reactor_for_INS_Aridhaman\"><\/span>5. Which Indian organization developed the reactor for INS Aridhaman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The 83\u202fMW pressurized light-water reactor (PWR) for INS Aridhaman was developed by the Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_How_does_INS_Aridhaman_enhance_Indias_maritime_security\"><\/span>6. How does INS Aridhaman enhance India\u2019s maritime security?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Its advanced stealth, sonar, and long-endurance capabilities allow covert strategic patrols in the Indian Ocean and Indo-Pacific region, ensuring regional balance and maritime safety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_When_was_Indias_first_SSBN_commissioned\"><\/span>7. When was India\u2019s first SSBN commissioned?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>INS Arihant, India\u2019s first indigenously built SSBN, was commissioned in August 2016.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_What_is_the_displacement_of_INS_Aridhaman\"><\/span>8. What is the displacement of INS Aridhaman?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>INS Aridhaman has a submerged displacement of approximately 7,000 tonnes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_How_long_can_INS_Aridhaman_stay_submerged\"><\/span>9. How long can INS Aridhaman stay submerged?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The submarine\u2019s underwater endurance is primarily limited by crew supplies and maintenance, rather than fuel, due to its nuclear reactor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Why_is_INS_Aridhaman_important_for_civil-service_exam_aspirants\"><\/span>10. Why is INS Aridhaman important for civil-service exam aspirants?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>It is relevant for topics in national security, defence modernization, and India\u2019s strategic nuclear capabilities, which frequently appear in exams like UPSC, SSC, and banking GK sections.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Some_Important_Current_Affairs_Links\"><\/span>Some Important Current Affairs Links<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--1\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/national\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">State Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--2\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/sports\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Sports Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/international\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">International Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/banking\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Banking Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/railway\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Railways Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/defence\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Defence Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--4\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs?newsmaticargs=custom&amp;posts=today\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Daily Current Affairs<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--5\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairsinhindi\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Current Affairs In Hindi<\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-outline is-style-outline--6\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/category\/news-and-notifications\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">News and Notifications<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/play.google.com\/store\/apps\/details?id=com.edunovations.quiz\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Banner-current-affairs-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"Download this App for Daily Current Affairs MCQ&#039;s\" class=\"wp-image-247\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Banner-current-affairs-2-1.jpg 900w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Banner-current-affairs-2-1-300x50.jpg 300w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/03\/Banner-current-affairs-2-1-768x128.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Download this App for Daily Current Affairs MCQ&#8217;s<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\" id=\"News-Website-Development-Company\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.martindiainfotech.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/News-Website-Development-Company-Banner.png\" alt=\"News Website Development Company\" class=\"wp-image-438\" title=\"News Website Development Company\" srcset=\"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/News-Website-Development-Company-Banner.png 900w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/News-Website-Development-Company-Banner-300x50.png 300w, https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/04\/News-Website-Development-Company-Banner-768x128.png 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">News Website Development Company<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>INS Aridhaman commissioning marks a major leap in India\u2019s sea-based nuclear deterrent, enhancing second-strike capability and strategic maritime security. India Prepares to Launch INS Aridhaman, Boosting Sea-Based Nuclear Deterrent A Major Leap for India\u2019s Underwater Strategic Capability India is on the verge of commissioning INS Aridhaman \u2014 the third indigenously built nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":6,"featured_media":42992,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[10,12],"tags":[31260,1294,7223,31259,31264,31263,31261,31262],"class_list":["post-42953","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-national","category-defence","tag-arihant-class-submarine","tag-indian-navy","tag-indo-pacific-security","tag-ins-aridhaman","tag-naval-defense-updates","tag-nuclear-deterrent-india","tag-strategic-defense-news","tag-submarine-missile-system"],"amp_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42953","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/6"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=42953"}],"version-history":[{"count":3,"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42953\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":42993,"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/42953\/revisions\/42993"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/42992"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=42953"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=42953"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/edunovations.com\/currentaffairs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=42953"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}