Ministry of Defence press release · 25 April 2026 · pibtracker filter

Inauguration of OTM Complex at Puducherry

PRID2255571 MinistryMinistry of Defence Released25 April 2026 Reading6 min

Posted On: 25 APR 2026 8:52PM by PIB Delhi Director General Indian Coast Guard, DG Paramesh Sivamani inaugurated the state-of-the-art OTM Administrative Complex of Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 13 at Puducherry on 25 April 2026. The inauguration marks a significant milestone in strengthening India’s maritime security architecture along the eastern seaboard. The newly constructed complex reflects the vision of a “Modern Force, Modern Infrastructure” and is designed to enhance operational efficiency and administrative capability. The facility houses an advanced Operations Centre along with the Maritime Rescue Sub Centre, Puducherry, forming a unified hub for command, control and coordination. The integrated infrastructure will enable prompt and effective response to emerging maritime challenges. Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 13, responsible for Puducherry and Central Tamil Nadu, oversees a maritime area of over 140 nautical miles. The Headquarters plays a vital role in ensuring safety of life and property at sea, preserving the marine environment, and safeguarding India’s maritime interests. **** SR/PS (Release ID: 2255571) Visitor Counter : 826 Read this release in: Urdu , हिन्दी , Punjabi Ministry of Defence Inauguration of OTM Complex at Puducherry Posted On: 25 APR 2026 8:52PM by PIB Delhi Director General Indian Coast Guard, DG Paramesh Sivamani inaugurated the state-of-the-art OTM Administrative Complex of Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 13 at Puducherry on 25 April 2026. The inauguration marks a significant milestone in strengthening India’s maritime security architecture along the eastern seaboard. The newly constructed complex reflects the vision of a “Modern Force, Modern Infrastructure” and is designed to enhance operational efficiency and administrative capability. The facility houses an advanced Operations Centre along with the Maritime Rescue Sub Centre, Puducherry, forming a unified hub for command, control and coordination. The integrated infrastructure will enable prompt and effective response to emerging maritime challenges. Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 13, responsible for Puducherry and Central Tamil Nadu, oversees a maritime area of over 140 nautical miles. The Headquarters plays a vital role in ensuring safety of life and property at sea, preserving the marine environment, and safeguarding India’s maritime interests. **** SR/PS (Release ID: 2255571) Director General Indian Coast Guard, DG Paramesh Sivamani inaugurated the state-of-the-art OTM Administrative Complex of Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 13 at Puducherry on 25 April 2026. The inauguration marks a significant milestone in strengthening India’s maritime security architecture along the eastern seaboard. The newly constructed complex reflects the vision of a “Modern Force, Modern Infrastructure” and is designed to enhance operational efficiency and administrative capability. <img alt="image.jpeg" class="CToWUd a6T" src="https://static.pib.gov.in/WriteReadData/userfiles/image/image(6)5Z76.jpeg" style="cursor:pointer; height:223px; outline:0px; width:334px" /> The facility houses an advanced Operations Centre along with the Maritime Rescue Sub Centre, Puducherry, forming a unified hub for command, control and coordination. The integrated infrastructure will enable prompt and effective response to emerging maritime challenges. Coast Guard District Headquarters No. 13, responsible for Puducherry and Central Tamil Nadu, oversees a maritime area of over 140 nautical miles. 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