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Russian submarine Ufa: Russian submarine 'Ufa' reached Kochi port in Kerala on Tuesday night, which was warmly welcomed by the Indian Navy. Defense Public Relations Officer has shared the picture of the reception. The arrival of the Russian submarine in India comes at a time when PM Modi is on a two-day visit to Russia for the 16th BRICS summit.
Ufa is a silent killer
Ufa submarine that reached India is also called silent killer. Submarine Ufa can carry out its operations underwater without making any sound. In many respects it is considered better than America's best submarine. It is also called black hole. A team of the Pacific Fleet of the Russian Navy has reached Kochi port with this submarine. The team also includes the diesel-electric submarine Ufa and the rescue tug Alatau.
This is not the first time that a Russian ship has reached Kochi. In August, Russian warships including the missile cruiser Varyag and the Russian Pacific Fleet frigate Marshal Shaposhnikov arrived in Kochi for their long-range missions.
radar also fails
The diesel-electric submarine Ufa is considered Russia's most powerful submarine. It was launched in November 2019 and Russia inducted it into its navy in 2022. Even its radar is not easily detected. It is also called the quietest submarine because it does not make any sound even under water and kills the enemy.
Why is Ufa submarine the most special?
The ongoing voyage to Ufa is part of the Pacific Fleet's broader long-term mission. Which started on 22 January this year. Also, this submarine is 240 feet long and can cover a distance of up to 20 nautical miles. This submarine can stay in the sea for 45 days and can complete all the enemy's work.
