Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd has delivered Himgiri, the first of three advanced guided-missile frigates being built for the Indian Navy under Project 17A. The handover took place on July 31, 2025, marking the 801st vessel delivered by the Kolkata-based shipyard.
The 149-metre-long Himgiri has a displacement of 6,670 tonnes and is among the largest frigates constructed by GRSE. The contract for the three ships is valued at approximately INR 218.33 billion. A significant share of this value is distributed among micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs), start-ups, and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs), contributing to job creation and supply chain development within India’s shipbuilding sector.
The warship was formally accepted by Rear Admiral Ravnish Seth, Chief Staff Officer (Technical), Eastern Naval Command.
Launched on December 14, 2020, Himgiri is equipped with BrahMos supersonic cruise missiles, Barak 8 surface-to-air missiles, an active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar, and integrated combat systems. The frigate supports anti-air, anti-surface, and anti-submarine warfare operations. It is powered by a combined diesel and gas (CODAG) propulsion system and accommodates up to 225 personnel. The vessel also has full aviation facilities for helicopter operations.
GRSE is currently constructing 15 warships across four different classes for the Indian Navy. Among these, Androth, the second Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASWSWC), and Ikshak, the third Survey Vessel (Large), have completed contractor sea trials and are preparing for delivery. The remaining vessels are in various stages of construction. GRSE has also been identified as the lowest bidder for a proposed series of five Next Generation Corvettes.
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd is a Defence Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Defence, engaged in building a wide range of naval vessels for the Indian Navy and Coast Guard. To date, the shipyard has delivered 801 vessels, including 112 warships.
