Kalvari Submarine Escape Training Facility (VINETRA) Commissioned at INS Satavahana
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Commissioning of the Kalvari Submarine Escape Training Facility (VINETRA) |
| Commissioned by | Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-chief, Eastern Naval Command |
| Location | INS Satavahana, Visakhapatnam |
| Aim | Enhance escape capabilities of crew from distressed Kalvari-class submarines |
| Design & Development | Indigenously designed and developed by M/s L&T Defence |
| Features | Five-meter escape tower integrated with an adjacent diving basin |
| Training Purpose | Basic and refresher escape training for Kalvari-class submarine crew |
| Name | "Vinetra," meaning "Trainer" |
| Significance | Ensures safety and confidence of Indian Navy submariners, enhances operational readiness |
| Kalvari-Class Subs | Diesel-electric attack submarines built with French Naval Group's technology (Project 75) |
| Examples | INS Kalvari, INS Khanderi, INS Karanj, INS Vela, INS Vagashir, INS Vagir |