State-owned Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has provided 4,000 tonnes of special-grade steel for the construction of INS Nilgiri, commissioned on Wednesday. INS Nilgiri, along with INS Surat and INS Vaghsheer, was inducted into service at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai during a ceremony attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Steel Authority of India Ltd (SAIL) has supplied the entire 4,000 tonnes of special steel required for INS Nilgiri, as stated in an official announcement. The special steel provided includes DMR 249A grade hot-rolled (HR) sheets and plates.
According to the Ministry of Steel, SAIL’s Bokaro Steel Plant supplied approximately 2,000 tonnes of HR sheets and plates, while the Bhilai Steel Plant and Rourkela Steel Plant contributed 1,600 tonnes and 400 tonnes of plates, respectively. INS Nilgiri, part of the advanced Project 17A stealth frigate class, showcases superior features such as advanced stealth technology, reduced radar signatures, and modern aviation capabilities. Designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and constructed at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd, the frigate reflects a significant leap in indigenous shipbuilding, incorporating enhanced survivability, speed, and operational efficiency.
Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) is one of India’s largest state-owned steel-making companies, established in 1973 and headquartered in New Delhi. Operating under the administrative control of the Ministry of Steel, SAIL plays a pivotal role in the nation’s industrial infrastructure development.
The company operates integrated steel plants in major locations such as Bhilai, Rourkela, Durgapur, Bokaro, and Burnpur, along with specialized steel and alloy plants. SAIL produces a wide range of steel products, including flat and long products, as well as value-added and specialty steels used in industries like construction, railways, defense, and energy. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and self-reliance, SAIL has been instrumental in contributing to India’s economic growth and global competitiveness in steel production.
