India launches second Scorpene-class submarine Khanderi
January 12, 2017  08:44
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India launched the second Kalvari class submarine, named Khanderi, in Mumbai. Union Minister of State for Defence Subhash Bhamre is present at the launch ceremony. 

This Scorpene-class submarine has superior stealth and can use guided weapons - torpedoes and tube-launched anti-ship missiles -- on enemy subs from surface or underwater. Besides warfare, its varied functions will include intelligence gathering, mine laying and area surveillance etc.

The submarine will undergo rigorous trials till December, both in harbour and at sea, on surface and under water.
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