PRO Defence Trivandrum

Air Mshl Manish Khanna, AOC-in-C SAC visited Air Force Station Sulur, Tamilnadu. On arrival, he was presented with a ceremonial Guard of Honour. He was briefed on the operational preparedness, infrastructural development & various welfare initiatives undertaken by the Stn. #MoD #SAC #IAF #Navy #Indanarmy

A stake holder meeting on ECHS audit was conducted at Area Accounts Office Army Trivandrum. Shri K Vignesh IDAS, Deputy Controller chaired the meeting . Group Captain Neeraj Asthana, representatives from UTIITSL and CDA Chennai also participated along with officers and staff of AAO Army Trivandrum. Issues pertaining to post audit, quick disposal of settlements and other pressing issues were deliberated upon. #MoD #Army #Navy #Airforce #Areaaccountsoffice

As a tribute to the Indian Armed Forces a marathon run by Renowned Ultra Marathoner Ms. Sufiya Sufi flagged off from Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu on 12 May,2026. Col. Surya Mukherji, Administrative Commandant, Stn HQ Thiruvananthapuram under the aegis of HQ Dakshin Bharat Area flagged off the run. The historic 5,000 km run named 'run for dreams' will culminate at the Karakoram ranges in Ladakh, on #KargilDiwas. A journey symbolising endurance, unity, patriotism & the indomitable spirit of India. 🇮🇳 #MoD #IndiamArmy #Southerncommand #Sainik_School #NCC #IndianNavy #Airforce

Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth visited #Trivandrum Military Station on 08 May 2026 and reviewed the operational preparedness, infrastructure and ongoing developmental projects. During the visit, he interacted with troops and gained firsthand insight into the operational and administrative initiatives being undertaken by the formation. The Hon’ble Minister appreciated the professionalism, dedication, and unwavering commitment of the personnel serving at the station. He also reaffirmed the Government’s continued emphasis on strengthening defence capabilities and ensuring the welfare and well-being of Armed Forces personnel and their families. #IndianArmy #SouthernCommand #SudarshanChakraCorps #BisonDivision @adgpi @IaSouthern @DefencePROHyd @DefencePROTVM

The 52nd All India Sainik Schools Principals’ Conference commenced at Sainik School, Kazhakootam, Kerala, today (07 May 2026). Sri.Sanjay Seth, Minister of State for Defence inaugurated the Conference. Shri.Satyajit Mohanty, IRS, Joint Secretary (Defence Policy, Armed Forces Wing, CSD & Planning) & Honorary Secretary, Sainik Schools Society, Cmde R K Sharma, VSM, Brig Amit Chatterjee and Air Cmde Shakti Sharma, Inspecting Officers of Sainik Schools Society, Shri. K V Ajith, Director Military & Sainik Schools and the Principals of 33 Sainik Schools across the country attend the conference. The conference will culminate on 8th May. #MoD #Sainik_School #Airforce #Navy #Indianarmy

ESM URC Thenkashi Inaugurated Extention Counter ESM Canteen Thenkashi was inaugrated by Brig Anurag Upadhyaya, Station Commander Pangode Military Station , Thiruvanthapuram . The facility was dedicated to Veterans , dependents and servicemen of Thenkashi district of Tamil Nadu. Col Surya Mukherji Administrative Commandant, Thiruvananthapuram, Col J Chandran SO Canteens and Col Alwyn (Retd), Executive Director, were present in the function. The senior most veteran Hony Flg Offr S Theogarajan (Retd) aged 94 years also graced the occasion . #MoD #Army #Armysoutherncommand #Navy #Airforce #VeteranwelfareThenkashi #Armyveterans

ARMY MEDICAL CORPS DAY CELEBRATED AT PANGODE MILITARY STATION The Army Medical Corps celebrated its 262nd Raising Day at Pangode Military Station, Trivandrum. Air Vice Marshal U C SHARMA, VSM Senior Maintenance Staff Officer, Air Vice Marshal Maluk Singh, VSM Sr.Officer-in-charge Admn and Air Cmde Rajesh Kumar, Principal Medical Officer of HQ Southern Air Command, Col Surya Mukherji, Adm commandant, Station HQ, Pangode Military Station, Commanding Officers, Senior Officers and all ranks of Army Medical Corps and Pangode Military Station attended the function. #MoD #Army #Navy #Airforce #Armymedicalcorps

MISLEADING MEDIA REPORTS ON PANGODE ELEPHANT TUSK THEFT CONDEMNED It is noticed that a section of the media reporting the news about the theft case of elephant tusks from Pangode Military Station, devoid of facts and truth. The irresponsible and reckless, incorrect reporting is strongly condemned. It is also noticed that a few news channels are also involved in incorrect, unethical and misleading reporting about the case. The theft incident is being investigated by the Military Police and the State Police in an absolutely transparent and coordinated manner. #MoD @adgpi #Army #PIB #Air #DD @PRODefPune

#IndianArmy pays heartfelt tribute to Lance Havildar K. G. George, Vir Chakra, a 95 year old War Veteran who passed away on 07 Mar 2026. A brave soldier and decorated war veteran, he served the Nation with exceptional courage and devotion to duty. His legacy of valour will continue to inspire generations. Military honours were rendered by Indian Army during his funeral at his native place Nedungadapally, Kottayam, Keralam on 15 Mar 2026. We stand with the bereaved family in this moment of grief. 🇮🇳 #MoD #Army #Navy #Airforce #ArmyVeterans

In a well-coordinated operation, the Indian Coast Guard Ship 'Anagh' evacuated 09 fishermen from a sinking boat about 80 NM from Vizhinjam and brought them to Vizhinjam, Thiruvananthapuram . As per alert received in the Indian Coast Guard, Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC), Mumbai the Coast Guard Ship was dispatched from Vizhinjam for rescue operations. It is alleged that the cause of sinking of the IFB was a collision with MT Solis, a Panama registered merchant vessel travelling from Oman to Colombo. The search for the two missing fishermen is in progress by the Indian Coast Guard. An investigation has been ordered by the DG Shipping. #MoD #Coastguard #Navy #Airforce #Army #Dgshipping

International Women’s Day 2026 Sankalp – Career Fest #NariShakti Amphibious Brigade Family Welfare Organisation under the aegis of Southern Command and Bison Division in colaboration with Army Welfare Placement Organisation and Young Indians Foundation conducted a Mega Job Fair at Pangode Military Station, Thiruvananthapuram, as part of International Women's Day 2026. The event was inaugurated by Senior Director, Family Welfare Organisation and witnessed the participation of over 400 women including Veer Naris, Veer Matas, Widows, Army Wives and dependents. A total of 37 leading companies and recruiters from Corporate, Industry and Information Technology Department joined the event, who offered tailored employment opportunities and selection for the beneficiaries in recognition to their indomitable spirit and staunch support to the organisation. #MoD #IndianArmy #IWD2026 #Southerncomd #Empowerher #Sudarshanchakracorps

Indian Naval Veterans Society celebrated its ninth foundation day at Thiruvananthapuram today. It was an occasion of a remembrance of the past with a patriotic spirit. Children of the members with high achievements were felicitated and given mementos and cash awards. Representatives from Army and Airforce veterans also participated. #MoD #Navy #Army #Airforce #NavyVeterans #Airforceveterance #Armyveterance #Sainik_School #NCC

Lt Gen Virendra Vats, YSM, SM,VSM, Director General NCC inspected the upcoming Naval Training Facility in Akkulam, Trivandrum and interacted with Maj Gen Ramesh Shanmugam, ADG, kerala and Lakshadweep NCC Directorate and other Senior Officers of NCC. DG NCC mentioned that such facilities fulfills all the required infrastructure for training the Cadets. DG NCC appreciated the efforts of Kerala and Lakshadweep NCC Directorate in bringing such Infrastructure projects for training the Cadets. Lt Gen Virendra Vats, YSM, SM, VSM, DG NCC will visit Lok Bhavan tomorrow and interact with the Honorable Governor of Kerala, Shri Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar, before leaving for New Delhi. #MoD #NCC #Army #Airforce #Navy #Sainik_School

Headquarters Southern Air Command (SAC) successfully conducted a high-tempo joint maritime exercise “Kalari Leap” , in the Lakshadweep and Minicoy archipelago, alongwith forces from Armed Forces Special Operations Division (AFSOD) & Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on 24 Feb 26.

The exercise was designed to validate joint planning,rapid force projection & precision execution in a challenging maritime environment. The Ops encompassed airborne & air-landed insertions,special heliborne missions, amphibious assault,anti-ship strike & maritime search &rescue

Air Ops formed a critical component of the exercise,with employment of assets like An-32,Mi-17V5 & Su-30MKI.Indian Coast Guard deployed its ships &Gemini boats.Its Dornier 228 aircraft was employed for search & rescue missions and shepherding the Fighters, for the maritime strike

Proud moment for the Indian Army! Our valiant soldiers dominated the Cognizant New Delhi Marathon 2026, securing four of the top five podium spots in the elite men’s category. 🥇 Gold: Dr Kartik Karkera (Maharashtra) - 2:13:10 (Asian Games qualifier)
🥈 Silver: Sub Gopi T - 2:13:12 (Asian Games qualifier)
🥉 Bronze: Nb Sub Man Singh - 2:13:15 (Asian Games qualifier)
4th: Nb Sub Belliappa
5th: Hav Pun Outstanding show of grit, discipline & excellence! Coaches Vijender Singh, Subedar Surender Mavi & Sports Psychologist Col (Dr) A N Jha (R) beamed with pride. Olympic medalist & Chief Guest Vijender Singh felicitated the winners. #IndianArmy #ArmyRunners #CognizantNewDelhiMarathon #NewDelhiMarathon #AsianGamesQualifier #ProudIndianArmy @adgpi @SpokespersonMoD @vijenderboxer @Cognizant @afiindia @adgpi

A seminar-cum-address on grievance redressal mechanisms for Ex-Servicemen (ESM) and their dependents was conducted as a civil–military fusion initiative by Thiruvananthapuram District Legal Services Authority (TDLSA) in association with the Zilla Sainik Welfare Office and Station Headquarters, Pangode Military Station, Thiruvananthapuram. Over 75 serving and retired personnel and their families attended. Several cases resolved on the spot. Similar redressal sessions will be scheduled every month. The service is free for all serving and retired personnel and their families. #MoD #Army #Navy #CivilMilitaryFusion #ESMWelfare #LegalAid #VeteranSupport