INS Sahyadri in operational deployment to Manila
Q. Which Indian naval ship entered Manila on 1st November 2015 currently on operational deployment to South China Sea and North West Pacific region in pursuance of India’s ‘Act East’ policy?- Published on 02 Nov 15a. INS Astradharini
b. INS Trikhand
c. INS Sahyadri
d. INS Vikrant
ANSWER: INS Sahyadri
INS Sahyadri is likely to be in Manila till 4th November and is presently on operational deployment in north west pacific South China sea region as part of the Act East Policy of India. This indigenously built warship of Shvalik Class boasts of an impressive array of long range anti-ship missiles, medium and short range surface to air missiles augmented by powerful guns of different calibre providing a shield against numerous types of surface and air threats. The capability to carry two integral multi-role helicopters significantly enhances the capabilities of this ship. INS Sahyadri, is commanded by Captain Kunal Singh Rajkumar. It was inducted into the army on 21st July 2012.
