Moscow, July 26 (NationPress) Admiral Vorobyev Vladimir Mikhailovich, the Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Navy, paid a visit on Saturday to the Indian Navy's INS Tamal, which was officially commissioned at Kaliningrad's Yantar Shipyard on July 1.

The Indian Embassy in Russia shared on X, "Admiral Vorobyev Vladimir Mikhailovich, Deputy Commander-in-Chief of the Russian Federation Navy, visited the frontline frigate INS Tamal and received a briefing on the vessel's capabilities."

The distinguished defence official engaged with the crew and discussed significant areas of collaboration between the two nations.

During his visit, Admiral Mikhailovich emphasized the ongoing defence cooperation between India and Russia.

The embassy further noted, "The Admiral and his team interacted with the crew and discussed ongoing activities and potential areas for mutual cooperation."

INS Tamal is the eighth multi-role stealth frigate under Project 1135.6, and it is the second of the follow-on Tushil class vessels. The first ship of this class, INS Tushil, was commissioned on December 9, 2024, in the presence of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

All seven frigates inducted thus far are part of the Western Fleet—known as 'The Sword Arm' of the Indian Navy—under the Western Naval Command.

INS Tamal serves as a formidable moving fortress at sea, designed for blue water operations across all dimensions of naval warfare: air, surface, underwater, and electromagnetic.

The vessel represents a fusion of Indian and Russian technologies, equipped with advanced communication systems and network-centric operational capabilities.

It is fitted with sophisticated automated systems for nuclear, biological, and chemical defence, including centralized damage control and firefighting systems.

With a crew of approximately 250 sailors and 26 officers, INS Tamal embodies the motto—'Sarvatra Sarvada Vijaya' (Victory always everywhere)—reflecting its commitment to operational excellence in every mission, complementing the Indian Navy’s philosophy of being a 'Combat Ready, Credible, Cohesive, and Future Ready Force' dedicated to safeguarding national maritime interests.

The partnership between India and Russia has remained robust, with a mutual commitment to a multipolar world, extending beyond traditional military, nuclear, and space collaborations. In the last two years, bilateral trade has significantly increased, surpassing the previous target of $30 billion set for 2025.

Both nations are keen to enhance inter-regional cooperation, particularly with the Russian Far East, and connectivity initiatives such as the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC), the Chennai-Vladivostok Eastern Maritime Corridor, and the Northern Sea Route.