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INS Sindhughosh Decommissioned After 40 Years at Mumbai Naval Dockyard

The lead boat of its class bowed out at sunset before top commanders, veterans, former crew.

Overview

  • The Western Naval Command confirmed the pay‑off took place on December 19, 2025, at the Naval Dockyard in Mumbai.
  • Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan attended the ceremony.
  • Lt Cdr Rajat Sharma commanded the submarine during its final pay‑off.
  • Capt K.R. Ajrekar (retd), the vessel’s second commanding officer, served as guest of honour.
  • Former Navy chief Admiral V.S. Shekhawat (retd), former commanding officers, and commissioning-crew members were present, with WNC sharing photographs of the event on X.