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In a joint operation with #TNFWCCB, @IndiaCoastGuard Station Mandapam intercepted a boat at Palk Bay, seizing 150kg of Sea Cucumber worth ₹30 Lakhs. ​The seized haul has been handed over to TN Forest Dept for legal action. ​#VigilanceAtSea #MarineConservation #ICG #WeProtect

Announcing RAN SAMWAD 2026 - #TriServices Seminar - Conversations on War, Warfare and Warfighting 📍AirforceTraining Command, Bangalore 🗓️ 09-10 April 2026 #RANSAMWAD2026 - a structured & inclusive platform for informed discourse on theme :- 👉🏼 "Multi Domain Operations : An Imperative for Addressing Conventional and Irregular Threats". Stay tuned for further details. @DefenceMinIndia @SethSanjayMP @SpokespersonMoD @adgpi @indiannavy @IAF_MCC @tracomiaf

Chief of Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh addressed officers of 81st Staff Course at Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. He stressed importance of training that builds firm resolve, operational agility & unified operations to tackle multi-domain security challenges.

The 71st Coffee with Controller Programme was organised today at O/o Controller of Defence Accounts #CDAChennai. Cheques to the tune of 22 lakhs were presented to two beneficiaries by Shri T. Jayaseelan, IDAS, CDA, Chennai.

A Free Eye Check-up Camp & Women’s Health Talk was conducted at CGWWA Centre, CGDHQ-6 on 18 Mar ‘26, in association with Lawrence & Mayo. A total of 116 beneficiaries received eye care services besides guidance on healthy lifestyle in the event. #IndianCoastGuard #CGWWA

Your Uniform, Your Pride! For the Youth of India, opportunity to serve the nation is here 🇮🇳 Step forward with courage, discipline, & pride—join #IndianArmy under #Agnipath Scheme. Registration open now. Apply online at joinindianarmy.nic.in @IaSouthern @DIRECTORATERTG

The two-day national-level event saw 17 teams from across India showcasing talent and excellence in hospitality and culinary arts. It also reflected the Indian Army’s commitment to nurturing responsible future citizens.

Lt Gen C B Ponnappa, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) on behalf of #SouthernCommand #DakshinBharatArea inaugurated Cate Fete 2026 at Army Institute of Hotel Management & Catering Technology, Bengaluru. #adgpi #AWES 1/2

Approx 70 women and 53 men attended and benefitted from the camp. The initiative was aimed at promoting early detection, preventive healthcare and awareness regarding common cancers. #KKSA #DakshinBharatArea #SouthernCommand #adgpi

A cancer detection camp was held by #GlobalCancerFoundation on 17 Mar ‘26 at #MEG & Centre Central MI Room & Sports Rehabilitation Centre. Screening for Breast & Cervical Cancer provided for women over 30 yrs of age, while Prostate Cancer screening held for men over 40 yrs of age

Reinforcing commitment to #SafeguardingLives at sea. ​@IndiaCoastGuard successfully rescued 6 crew members from the adrift IFB Shri Sea Foods. A coordinated lifesaving sea-air effort by MRCC (Chennai) & executed by ICG Ship Ayush & CG Dornier. ​#VayamRakshamah #ICG #SafetyAtSea

Military honours were rendered by #IndianArmy during the funeral of war veteran Lance Havildar KG George at his native place Nedungadapally, #Kottayam on 15 Mar ‘26. His legacy of valour would continue to inspire generations. 🇮🇳 #KKSA #DakshinBharatArea #SouthernCommand 2/2

#IndianArmy pays heartfelt tribute to 95 year old War Veteran Lance Havildar KG George, Vir Chakra, who passed away on 07 Mar ‘26. A brave soldier and decorated war veteran, he served the Nation with exceptional courage and devotion to duty. 1/2

#MRC #HalfMarathonWellington included Zumba warm up, prizes in all three categories of 21 Km, 10 Km & 5 Km & medallions for all participants. Enthusiastic participation of a large number of men & women from all walks of life & school children made it a resounding success. 2/2

A half Marathon was organised by Madras Regimental Centre #MRC at Wellington on 15 Mar ‘26 drawing more than 1000 volunteer participants of all age groups to promote physical activity for good health. #DBArea #SouthernCommand #IndianArmy #WellingtonHalfMarathon 1/2

Around 450 participants, including school children, senior citizens, civil populace from Coonoor and defence personnel, joined the walk, spreading the message of healthy living through a healthy lifestyle.

Tamil Nadu State Health Department, in coordination with Madras Regimental Centre #MRC, Wellington, organised an 8 km Health Walk at Wellington Cantonment to promote healthy living. 1/2 #IndianArmy #DakshinBharatArea #SouthernCommand #ADGPI #HealthWalk

#OpOlivia @IndiaCoastGuard Ship Sagar sighted an #OliveRidley Sea Turtle entangled in ghost net during patrol off #TamilNadu coast on 08 Mar ‘26. The #ShipStaff promptly attended and freed the endangered 🐢 #WeProtect #MarineEnvironment

@adgpi Astronomy Clubs are being progressively expanded across all the stations in #DakshinBharatArea, #SouthernCommand, #IndianArmy to create opportunities for learning, curiosity & scientific engagement not only for the military community but also for the general public. 5/n

@adgpi At Belagavi, a Celestron NexStar 8SE Computerized Telescope has been integrated into academic learning and astronomy activities, enabling observation of the Moon, planets and constellations while reinforcing spatial orientation and navigation fundamentals. 4/n

Under directions of General Officer Commanding, #DakshinBharatArea, #IndianArmy, #Astronomy Clubs have been initiated to promote scientific curiosity, experiential learning and interest in space science among All Ranks & their families, especially children and students. 1/n