India Launches First Indigenous Fleet Support Ship 'Surya'
| Event | Details |
|---|---|
| Launch of FSS-1 'Surya' | India's first indigenous Fleet Support Ship (FSS-1) named 'Surya' launched by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh at Hindustan Shipyard Limited (HSL), Visakhapatnam. |
| Keel Laying of FSS-5 | Keel of the fifth Fleet Support Ship (FSS-5) laid, marking progress in indigenous shipbuilding. |
| Fleet Support Ships (FSS) | FSS vessels provide at-sea replenishment and sustained support, enhancing Indian Navy's reach, endurance, and operational effectiveness in the Indian Ocean Region. |