Odisha Police organised the State-Level Coastal Security Seminar 2026 at Police Bhavan in Bhubaneswar, focusing on challenges, solutions, and future strategies for safeguarding the state’s 574.7‑kilometre coastline.
Director General of Police Yogesh Bahadur Khurania inaugurated the seminar as chief guest. He emphasized that coastal security is integral to national internal security, economic growth, maritime trade, and public safety. He noted that Paradip, Dhamra, and Gopalpur ports play a vital role in Odisha’s economy, making coastal protection a top priority.
Khurania outlined Odisha Police’s progress in recent years, including 18 marine police stations staffed with over 700 personnel, 15 fast interceptor boats, five drones, and five hired trawlers for sea patrols. He highlighted the Command, Control, and Training Centre in Bhubaneswar as a hub for coordination and monitoring. He also mentioned the NABHAMITRA app, which tracks fishing boats, and the involvement of retired Navy and Coast Guard officers.
The DGP announced plans to add 10 new interceptor boats, more trawlers, mini control centres, CCTV surveillance at fishing harbours, modular jetties, and advanced anti‑drone systems. He stressed the importance of inter‑agency coordination, technology adoption, and active cooperation from fishing communities.
Additional DGP (Coastal Security) Arun Bothra delivered the welcome address, outlining objectives and highlighting sensitive coastal zones. Senior officials from the Ministry of Home Affairs, Intelligence Bureau, Coast Guard, CISF, and Kerala Police shared insights on policy, challenges, and best practices.
The seminar concluded with proposals and recommendations aimed at strengthening Odisha’s coastal security framework, ensuring effective, coordinated, and modernised protection for the state’s maritime zones.
