November 15th 2025.
Over the weekend in Paradip, the Indian Coast Guard showcased their impressive operational and search-and-rescue abilities, while also revealing their plans for expanding their presence along the Odisha coast. Inspector General Iqbal Chauhan shared that their goal is to strengthen their network in Odisha over the next four to five years.
Chauhan noted that Paradip Port is currently the only public sector facility where major Coast Guard operations are conducted. However, they have plans to station an offshore patrol vessel at Gopalpur port as well. Additionally, they are in discussions with the state government about developing dedicated jetties.
In order to enhance their surveillance and response capabilities, the Coast Guard has proposed the establishment of an unmanned aerial vehicle station at Dhamra port. This would provide them with even greater coverage and effectiveness in their operations.
The recent two-day exercise, held on Friday and Saturday, included a regional-level maritime search and rescue workshop and a sea drill. It was a collaborative effort with various local SAR stakeholders and resource agencies from Odisha, such as OSDMA, district administration, ports, customs, Indian Navy, marine police, Odisha Police, CISF, fisheries department, forest department, and district medical teams.
It is evident that the Indian Coast Guard is dedicated to ensuring the safety and security of the Odisha coast, and they are making significant efforts to strengthen their presence and capabilities. With their proposed plans and ongoing exercises, they are well-equipped to handle any potential emergencies or situations in the future. This is a testament to their commitment to serve and protect the people of Odisha.
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