The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), operating under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Government of India, is the apex regulatory authority for the merchant shipping sector in the country. In line with its mission to strengthen maritime governance, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure seamless regulatory compliance, DGS is establishing a cutting-edge Command and Control Centre at its headquarters in Mumbai. This state-of-the-art facility is envisioned to be the central hub for real-time monitoring, advanced data analytics, and strategic decision-making in India’s maritime domain.
The Command and Control Centre will leverage high-end technology infrastructure, integrating a high-resolution video wall system, AI-driven analytics, and Business Intelligence (BI) tools to facilitate the monitoring and management of maritime activities, vessel movements, emergency response coordination, and policy enforcement. With a focus on digital transformation, this initiative aligns with the government’s broader vision of leveraging IT and e-Governance solutions to enhance transparency, security, and operational efficiency in the maritime sector.
Equipped with a sophisticated computing and IT ecosystem, the Centre will be capable of handling and processing vast amounts of maritime data in real time. The system will integrate Vessel Traffic Services (VTS), Automatic Identification Systems (AIS), weather tracking mechanisms, geospatial mapping solutions, CCTV surveillance networks, and compliance databases, enabling multi-source data aggregation and intelligent decision support. By consolidating key performance indicators (KPIs), incident reports, and predictive analytics, the Centre will offer a comprehensive operational overview that will aid authorities in making informed, data-backed decisions with greater accuracy and efficiency.
Designed for 24x7 uninterrupted operations, the Command and Control Centre will be built with high-availability and failover redundancy mechanisms, ensuring that critical maritime operations are continuously monitored and managed without disruption. The infrastructure will comply with advanced cybersecurity and data protection frameworks, including the Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act, National Critical Information Infrastructure Protection Centre (NCIIPC) guidelines, and regulatory mandates set by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and the National e-Governance Division (NeGD). This ensures that all data and communication channels within the Centre remain secure, encrypted, and resilient against cyber threats.
The Command and Control Centre will be developed in phases, beginning with the installation of a robust IT infrastructure, including a seamless 4K UHD video wall, high-performance computing systems, cloud-ready server architecture, and secure networking solutions. In subsequent phases, the Centre will see the deployment of a comprehensive Business Intelligence (BI) & Analytics System, which will enable real-time visualization, performance monitoring, and deep data analysis. The BI system will support interactive dashboards, predictive analytics, trend forecasting, and role-based access control, allowing maritime stakeholders to generate insights on vessel efficiency, turnaround times, cargo movement, port operations, regulatory compliance, and incident response. Additionally, AI and machine learning capabilities will be incorporated to support automated risk assessment, anomaly detection, and maritime safety enhancement.
Beyond its technological capabilities, the Command and Control Centre will serve as a collaborative decision-making hub, bringing together maritime authorities, port operators, security agencies, and regulatory bodies to ensure seamless coordination, quick response to emergencies, and efficient enforcement of maritime laws and policies. The Centre’s high-speed connectivity, secure VPN access, and cloud integration will further enable remote monitoring and operational support, ensuring that DGS can manage maritime affairs from anywhere, at any time.
As part of its commitment to capacity building and skill development, the Directorate General of Shipping will conduct comprehensive training programs to ensure that key personnel are equipped to efficiently operate, manage, and extract insights from the system. Regular updates, technical support, and system optimizations will be carried out under Service Level Agreement (SLA)-based contracts, ensuring long-term sustainability and performance excellence.
By implementing this visionary Command and Control Centre, DGS is taking a monumental step towards transforming India’s maritime sector into a digitally driven, technologically advanced, and globally competitive ecosystem. This initiative will enhance transparency, improve regulatory oversight, strengthen maritime security, and support India’s vision of becoming a leading maritime power in the coming decades.
Directorate General of Shipping, Mumbai (Board NOS.25752040 - 43, Epabx Extensions & Direct
NOS.02225711300)
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Name
Designation
Ext. No.
Contact No.
Mobile No.
Email
Director General of Shipping
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Shri Shyam Jagannathan, IAS
Director General of Shipping
201
25752005
9435119100
dg-dgs@gov.in
DGS Secretariat
2
Shri P.L. Muthu
Assistant Director General of Shipping (I/c)
202
022-25752026
muthu.pl@gov.in
3
Shri Kuldeep Singh
Executive Assistant -1 (UDC)
202
022-25752010
7415603132
dgship.sect@gov.in
4
Shri Ritesh Jadhav
Executive Assistant -2 (UDC)
202
022-25752010
dgship.sect@gov.in
5
Shri Sandeepan Manna
Executive Assistant -5 (LDC)
202
022-25752010
sandeepanmanna-dgs@gov.in
6
Shri. Manoj Prasad
Executive Assistant -6 (LDC)
202
022-25752010
manojprasad-dgs@gov.in
7
Shri Nishant
Trainee Executive Assistant - 1 (UDC)
202
022-25752010
nishant.d@gov.in
8
Shri Rohit Sharma
Trainee Executive Assistant - 2 (LDC)
202
022-25752010
rohits-dgs@gov.in
9
Shri Nandu Manadev Bhagat
Multi-Tasking Staff
203
022-25752010
10
Shri Austin Venmani koundar
Data Entry Operator
203
022-25752010
austinkoundar@gmail.com
11
Shri Shubham Bhau More
Data Entry Operator
203
022-25752010
moreshubham043@gmail.com
12
Shri Anas Khan
Multi Tasking Staff
203
022-25752010
ak1481284@gmail.com
13
Shri Sumit Dilip Jadhav
Multi Tasking Staff
203
022-25752010
sumitjadhav120602@gmail.com
14
Shri Sanjay Mourya
Executive Assistant -3 (Steno Gr.II)
202
022-25752010
dgship.sect@gov.in
15
Shri Navdeep Kharb
Executive Assistant -4 (UDC)
202
022-25752010
dgship.sect@gov.in
Additional Director General of Shipping
16
Shri Sushil Mansing Khopde
Additional Director General 0f Shipping
208
022-25752007
addldg-dgs@gov.in
17
Shri Sanjay Mourya
Executive Assistant (Steno Gr. II)
209
022-25752007
8859988544
sanjay.m96@gov.in
18
Shri Nandu Manadev Bhagat
Multi Tasking Staff
203
022-25752010
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19
Shri Pranav Anant Holem
Multi Tasking Staff
209
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20
Shri Sagar Shrikrishna Fulzale
Data Entry Operator
209
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Personnel Branch
21
Shri Deependra Singh Bisen
Deputy Director General of Shipping
271
022-25752015
singh.deependra@gov.in
22
Shri P L Muthu
Executive Officer
355
25752026
muthu.pl@gov.in
23
Shri Subodh Kadam
Assistant
347
kadam-dgs@gov.in
24
Shri Naveen Kundu
Upper Division Clerk
347
naveen.kri@gov.in
25
Shri Deepak Kumar
Upper Division Clerk
347
kumar.depak89@gov.in
26
Shri Kuldeep Singh
Upper Division Clerk
316
singh.kuldeep53@gov.in
27
Shri Navin Kumar Sharma
Upper Division Clerk
347
navin.s71@gov.n
28
Shri Chetan Bhatkar
Lower Division Clerk
316
chetan.bhatkar@gov.in
29
Shri Sandeepan Manna
Lower Division Clerk
347
sandeepanmanna-dgs@gov.in
30
Shri Jitendra R. Jagtap
Multi Tasking Staff
347
jrjagtap.dgs@gov.in
31
Shri Sandeep Puralkar
Multi Tasking Staff
347
jrjagtap.dgs@gov.in
32
Ms. Metkari Aditi Raju
Multi Tasking Staff
aditim-dgs@gov.in
33
Ms. Sushmita Sunil Ingale
Multi Tasking Staff
347
sushmitaingale15@gmail.com
Administration Branch
34
Dr. P.K. Raut, IRS
Deputy Director General of Shipping
204
022-25752012
pandurang.raut@nic.in
35
Shri Deependra Singh Bisen
Deputy Director General of Shipping
271
25752015
singh.deependra@gov.in
36
Shri N.R. Raut
Assistant Director General of Shipping
332
022-25752053
ahsmpso-dgs@gov.in
37
Shri R. S. Gupta
Executive Officer
265
022-25752053
rgupta-dgs@gov.in
38
Shri D.P. Sinha
Assistant
340
dpsinha-dgs@gov.in
39
Shri B. S. Das
Assistant
285
das-dgs@gov.in
40
Shri Mannulal Rajbhar
Assistant
340
mannulal-dgs@gov.in
41
Ms. Jayshree R. Chodankar
Assistant
340
jayashree-dgs@gov.in
42
Shri Durgesh Sharma
Upper Division Clerk
339
s.durgesh@gov.in
43
Shri Ritesh Jadhav
Upper Division Clerk
339
rjadhav-dgs@gov.in
44
Shri Arjun Balaram Misal
Multi Tasking Staff
339
ajmisal.dgs@gov.in
45
Shri Sanjay Krishna Khedekar
Multi Tasking Staff
339
sanjaykhedekar.dgs@gov.in
46
Shri M.H. Bane
Multi Tasking Staff
339
47
Shri Sohan Lal
Multi Tasking Staff
300
sohanlal195555@gmail.com
48
Shri Aman Pawar
P.A. ( On Contract)
amanpawar0103@gmail.com
49
Shri Kuldev Jaiswal
DEO (on Contract)
285
jaiswalkuldev1018@gmail.com
50
Ms. Sneha Maruti Sawale
MTS (on Contract)
285
snehasawale1509@gmail.com
Finance, Account, Audit and Public Procurement (FAAPP) Branch
51
Shri Ash Mohamad
Deputy Director General of Shipping
257
022-25752025
amohd-dgs@nic.in
52
Shri Jitendra S. Jadhav
Assistant Director General of Shipping
252
022-25752060
j.jadhav@gov.in
53
Shri Ram Sajan Gupta
Executive Officer & DDO
265
022-25752053
rgupta-dgs@gov.in
54
Shri Anjani Meena
Upper Division Clerk
331
ameena-dgs@gov.in
55
Shri Shubhansh Kumar
Upper Division Clerk
258
subhash.kr85@gov.in
56
Shri Nishant
Upper Division Clerk
331
nishant.d@gov.in
57
Ms. Meenakshi
Multi Tasking Staff
331
meenakshi.mmdkol@gov.in
58
Miss Trupti Holkar
Data Entry Operator
216
59
Shri Sunil Sahebrao Dhaske
Multi Tasking Staff
216
ssdhaske.dgs@gov.in
Training Branch
60
Dr. Sudhir S. Kohakade, IRS
Deputy Director General of Shipping
352
022-25752016
sudhir.kohakade@gov.in
61
Shri Deependra Singh Bisen
Deputy Director General of Shipping
271
022-25752015
singh.deependra@gov.in
62
Major Anutosh Singh (Retd.)
Assistant Director General of Shipping
226
022-25711226
63
Shri Shishupal P. Kotangale
Assistant
262
shishupal-dgs@gov.in
64
Shri Vishal Kumar Sinha
Upper Division Clerk
272
vsinha-dgs@gov.in
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