Tales of courage and resilience

At a time when India and her allies were deeply embroiled in Cold War tensions, INS Khukri's sinking sent shockwaves through both India and internationally. Sunk by an enemy submarine at its height during this wartime battleground, its demise marked one of few examples where submarine attacks were taking out Western-built warships during this conflict era. One brave figure who stood out despite grave injuries sustained was Lieutenant Commander Mahendra Nath Mulla, remaining at his post to ensure the safe evacuation of his crew.

Under excruciating circumstances, the crew of INS Khukri displayed extraordinary courage and sacrifice, working tenaciously to save as many lives as possible despite being hit by torpedoes.

Take a journey through the Navy's past

The INS Khukri Memorial is an intimate space to pay homage to fallen sailors, providing visitors with a profound insight into history. Exhibits shed light on what happened, helping visitors gain a greater appreciation of events that happened there and connect with history on an intimate level. A small museum within the memorial reveals its rich past—rich Indian Navy history and an account of heroic actions undertaken aboard INS Khukri —engaging visitors with interactive exhibits and ship models and uncovering its inner workings!