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INS ARIHANT 2017

 

In 2017, India’s nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine INS Arihant suffered a major accident when a hatch was left open while docked, allowing seawater to flood its propulsion compartment.

The result: critical damage to systems connected to its nuclear reactor, nearly $385 million in repairs, and the vessel out of commission for 10 months.⁠
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The culprit? A crew member who failed to follow standard protocols. The Indian Navy reportedly dismissed the employee quietly and without public proceedings.

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