MCQs 2026

The construction has provided a significant boost to the Indian shipbuilding industry and associated ancillary industries.

The INS Vikrant's capabilities will enable the Indian Navy to conduct a wide spectrum of maritime operations, including air defense, anti-submarine warfare, and humanitarian assistance and disaster relief (HADR) missions.

The successful sea trials are a precursor to the final sea acceptance trials and subsequent commissioning, which is anticipated by late 2026.

The project underscores India's commitment to reducing its dependence on foreign naval platforms and fostering indigenous defense manufacturing.

The IAC Vikrant is equipped with a ski-jump for launching aircraft and a 'bar' arrestor system for recovering them, similar to the Short Take-Off But Arrested Recovery (STOBAR) configuration.

The extensive trials, conducted off the coast of Kochi, tested the ship's propulsion, navigation, and operational systems under various sea conditions.

The carrier is designed to operate a fleet of MiG-29K fighter jets, Kamov Ka-31 helicopters, and indigenous Advanced Light Helicopters (ALH).

Its induction will significantly enhance the Indian Navy's maritime security and power projection capabilities in the Indian Ocean Region and beyond.

Built by Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL), INS Vikrant is a testament to India's growing capabilities in designing and constructing complex warships.

India's first indigenous aircraft carrier (IAC), INS Vikrant, successfully completed its maiden sea trials on March 25, 2026.