The Indian Navy is advancing its underwater capabilities with the development of the Project-77 nuclear-powered attack submarines, featuring a hybrid Nuclear-Electric Propulsion system that allows for speeds of up to 25 knots in silent mode, comparable to the U.S. Virginia-class and superior to China’s Type 095. This technological leap enhances India’s strategic presence in the Indo-Pacific amid rising competition from China, especially as the P77 submarines are designed for stealth and operational flexibility. By possibly incorporating conventional propulsion for greater speed, the P77s promise to bolster India’s maritime power, safeguarding its interests against China’s expanding naval influence in the region.