INS Shankush (S45) explained

INS Shankush (S45) (Ray of Light) is a diesel-electric submarine of the Indian Navy.[1]

Mid Life Upgrade

Indian Navy awarded a contract for mid-life upgrade and certification of Shankush on 30 June 2023, the refit will be carried out by Mazagon Dock, Mumbai with technical cooperation from ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems.[2]

The refit is planned to be completed by 2026 and the total cost associated is .[2]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Submarines --> Shishumar Class . Indian Navy . 6 July 2019 . dead . https://web.archive.org/web/20090619071908/http://indiannavy.nic.in/sub_shishumar.htm . 19 June 2009 .
  2. MoD signs a contract of Rs. 2725 Cr with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd for Medium Refit with Life Certification of Submarine INS Shankush. PIB. 2023-06-30.