Thursday, 26 January 2012

PRESIDENT AWARDS INDIAN COAST GUARD OFFICER


THE PRESIDENT AWARDS INDIAN COAST GUARD OFFICER FOR DISTINGUISHED SERVICE ON REPUBLIC DAY - 2012

New Delhi, 26 Jan 2012
On the occasion of the Republic Day 2012, the Honourable President of India  awarded President’s Tatrakshak Medal (Distinguished Service) to Inspector General VSR Murthy, TM for his sterling performance, outstanding maritime acumen and invaluable contribution to the service. The Officer had joined Indian Coast Guard in January 1984. A specialist in Search and Rescue and Port Operations, IG VSR Murthy held various Command appointments afloat and ashore. The Officer has been serving as Deputy Director General (Operations & Coastal Security) since Feb 2010 at Coast Guard Headquarters, New Delhi.
            At this occasion, the Government of India awarded Commandant Raghavendra Gour and Jijesh Kakkoth, Uttam Navik (ME) with Tatrakshak Medals (Gallantry). Commandant Raghavendra Gour acted bravely for the apprehension of pirate mother vessel Pranthlay II at sea.
            DIG VD Chafekar, DIG G Devanand and Commandant GS Ralhi have also been awarded with Tatrakshak Medals (Meritorious Service) for their whole hearted dedication and invaluable service to the Coast Guard organisation. 
             

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