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http://indiatoday.intoday.in/story/indian-navy-visakhapatnam-class-warship/1/764237.html
On Saturday, 17 September 2016, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) will be launching Mormugao, second ship in the Visakhapatnam class, ahead of schedule.
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) will be launching the second ship of the Visakhapatnam class ships. The second ship is being named as Mormugoa and will be launched ahead of schedule. Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of Naval Staff will be the chief guest for the function.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN
During the launch ceremony the hull of the ship which is constructed on dry area is floated on water for the first time. It is a milestone event for any vessel.
On Saturday, 17 September 2016, Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) will be launching Mormugao, second ship in the Visakhapatnam class, ahead of schedule.
![2_img114916185316.jpg](/proxy.php?image=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.defencenews.in%2Fimages_articles%2F2_img114916185316.jpg&hash=3b780b9ed50a83f5da60d2ea8b511df5)
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) will be launching the second ship of the Visakhapatnam class ships. The second ship is being named as Mormugoa and will be launched ahead of schedule. Admiral Sunil Lanba, Chief of Naval Staff will be the chief guest for the function.
WHAT DOES IT MEAN
During the launch ceremony the hull of the ship which is constructed on dry area is floated on water for the first time. It is a milestone event for any vessel.