INS Mysore was a Fiji-class light cruiser commissioned into the Indian Navy in August 1957. Originally serving in the Royal Navy as HMS Nigeria during World War II, she was acquired by India as its second cruiser following independence. The vessel's design features typical of the Fiji-class, though specific dimensions are not detailed in the provided content. Her crest displayed the mythological double-headed eagle Gandaberunda, symbolizing strength and resilience, derived from the coat of arms of the former Mysore state. Her motto, "Na bibheti kadachana," from the Taittiriya Upanishad, reflects a spirit of fearlessness. Throughout her service, INS Mysore played a significant role both as a combat vessel and a training platform. Notably, in 1959, she rammed the Royal Navy destroyer Hogue, causing severe damage to Hogue’s bow. She was involved in several collisions: in 1969 with the destroyer Rana, which resulted in Rana's decommissioning, and in 1972 with the frigate Beas. These incidents highlight her active and sometimes tumultuous operational history. Mysore served as the flagship of the Western Fleet during 1971, a pivotal year when she commanded the missile attack on Karachi harbor during the Indo-Pakistani War of 1971. Following this period, from 1975 onwards, she transitioned primarily into a training cruiser, cultivating naval cadets and serving as a vital training platform for Indian officers. Her role as a crucible of training underscored her importance in shaping the Indian Navy’s future leadership. INS Mysore was decommissioned on 20 August 1985 and subsequently scrapped. Her legacy extends into popular culture, as she appeared in the 2016 Bollywood film "Rustom," which was loosely based on the K. M. Nanavati case of the 1960s. Her service history reflects her significance as both a combat vessel and a symbol of India's naval development.

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