INS Sunayna:
The Indian Navy’s offshore patrol vessel INS Sunayna reached Male as part of its deployment under the Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR initiative.
- It is the second Saryu-class offshore patrol vessel of the Indian Navy.
- It was designed and constructed indigenously by the Goa Shipyard Limited.
- It is based under Southern Naval Command.
- It is designed to undertake fleet support operations, coastal and offshore patrolling, ocean surveillance and monitoring of sea lines of communications and offshore assets, and escort duties.
- Features of INS Sunayna
- Propulsion: Two diesel engines propel INS Sunayna and enable it to achieve speeds in excess of 25 knots.
- The ship also has an automatic power management system and is fitted with the latest navigation, communication, and electronic support systems.
- Armament: The armament fit includes one 76 mm gun with an electro-optic fire control system, Close-in Weapon Systems (CIWS) and CHAFF launchers.
- It can also carry a helicopter.
