TIHAYU - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   What is ‘TIHAYU’?

a. Water Attack Craft
b. A Tribe
c. A sweet dish
d. A festival
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Water Attack Craft

Explanation:

  • The Water Jet Fast Attack Craft (WJFAC), “TIHAYU” built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE), Kolkata was handed over to the Indian Navy.
  • Named after an island in the Andaman, “Tihayu” is fitted with three water jet propulsion systems powered by marine diesel engines generating 2720 KW of power.
  • It is also fitted with CRN-91 indigenous 30mm Gun, to provide Artillery fire support during attack missions.