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Detailed explanation-1: -The Indian Navy will bid farewell to its two ships INS Nishank and INS Akshay, at Naval Dockyard in Mumbai on 3 June 2022. Both the ships will be decommissioned at Naval Dockyard after 32 years of being at the forefront.

Detailed explanation-2: -Coronado is the third Littoral Combat Ship the Navy has decommissioned, with the sea service aiming to deactivate another nine as part of the Fiscal Year 2023 budget. USS Independence (LCS-2), the first of its class, was decommissioned in July 2021 after 11 years. Coronado served eight years.

Detailed explanation-3: -The decommissioning of INS Ajay was conducted at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai in the traditional manner. The national flag, naval ensign, and the decommissioned pennant of the ship were lowered for the last time at sunset, signifying the end of the ship’s commissioned service.

Detailed explanation-4: -Indian Navy Ships Nishank and Akshay were decommissioned on 03 June 2022 after rendering 32 years of glorious service to the nation.

Detailed explanation-5: -INS Rajput has served India for over 41 years. It was commissioned on May 4, 1980.