India, Nov. 12 -- Indian Navy on Thursday launched fifth Scorpene class submarine 'Vagir' at Mumbai's Mazagon Dock.

Union Minister of State for Defence, Shripad Naik launched 'Vagir' through video conferencing.

'Vagir' is part of the six Kalvari-class submarines being built in India. As part of Indian Navy's project-75, the submarines are designed by French naval defence and energy company DCNS.

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