Boost to Maritime Safety: PM Modi Inaugurates Sea Survival Training Centre in Goa

GG News Bureau
Panaji, 7th Feb. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the integrated Sea Survival Training Centre at the ONGC Institute in Goa on Tuesday. The ceremony was marked by a demonstration of underwater escape exercises and a briefing on the training center’s capabilities.

The Prime Minister posted on X, “Delighted to dedicate to the nation the Sea Survival Centre of ONGC in Goa. This state-of-the-art Centre is a watershed moment for India in making a mark in the sea survival training ecosystem. Offering rigorous and intense emergency response training, it will ensure many lives are saved in a timely manner.”

The inauguration ceremony witnessed the presence of top officials from ONGC and other dignitaries. The training center’s capabilities promise to enhance India’s preparedness and response to maritime emergencies, setting a new benchmark in safety and rescue operations at sea.

The establishment of the Sea Survival Training Centre underscores India’s commitment to maritime safety and security, aligning with the government’s vision for a safer and more resilient coastline. As the nation strides forward in its maritime endeavors, the new training center stands as a testament to India’s growing capabilities in safeguarding its waters and protecting lives at sea.