Jyotindra Singh assumes command of Indian Coast Guard North East Region

Inspector General Jyotindra Singh has taken over as the Commandant of the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) Region North East, succeeding Iqbal Singh Chauhan. The change of command was marked by a ceremonial parade held at the regional headquarters in Kolkata on October 31.

An alumnus of the Naval Academy and recipient of the Sword of Honour, Singh has commanded all classes of ICG ships and held various key shore appointments. His career includes receiving the Tatrakshak Medal and Director General Indian Coast Guard Commendations.

The North East Region is responsible for managing coastal defences along the eastern seaboard, covering the states of West Bengal and Odisha. The region oversees vital maritime assets, including major ports, oil refineries, and defence test centres. Operational capabilities include surveillance via Dornier aircraft from Kolkata, surface assets from Paradip, and helicopter operations from Bhubaneswar to monitor coastal waters up to the International Maritime Boundary Line with Bangladesh.