Two officers from Manipur promoted to full Commandant Rank in Indian Coast Guard

IMPHAL, APRIL 30 — Commandant (JG) S Kholing Lawrence and Commandant (JG) Ngamlien Touthang of Indian Coast Guard have been promoted to full Commandant Rank (Selection Grade) in their first year of reaching eligibility years of 15 years service.

Commandant S Kholing Lawrence, son of Late S Somi hails from Kasom Khullen Village, Kamjong. He joined Indian Navy as Short Service Commission Officer in 2006. The officer was in Submarine Arm of Indian Navy, specialized in Signal Communication and Electronic Warfare. Post completion of his engagement in Indian Navy, he was absorbed in Indian Coast Guard in 2018 in the rank of Commandant (Junior Grade). The officer is a qualified Dynamic Positioning operator and has served onboard Pollution Control Vessel ICGS Samudra Prahari. He is married to Mrs Rinchuila Horam and the couple is blessed with a boy and a girl.

Commandant Ngamlien Touthang, son of Lunkholet Touthang hails from Molkon Village, Saikul, Kangpokpi District. The officer joined Indian Coast Guard as Assistant Commandant (Direct Entry) in 2006. The officer is recipient of Tatrakshak Medal (Gallantry), ABP News Bravery Award, DGICG Commendation for his outstanding performance in various appointments in the past. He was also recipient of DGICG Trophy for best under trainee Assistant Commandant during his training days. He is married to Mrs Boinu Hoineithem and the couple is blessed with three boys.

The two officers are presently holding key appointments as Staff Officer to important Flag Officers on ICG. On promotion to full Commandant, the officers will be appointed in different capital ships as Executive Officers.

The promotion of the officers under highly competitive environment in the premier maritime service of the country is a matter of great pride for the entire state and a source of inspiration for youth who aspire to join Defence Services.

Established in 1977, the youngest Defence Service is also the fastest growing Coast Guards in the world. ICG fleet comprising of 160 ships and 80 aircraft are undertaking 24x7 surveillance across the the vast Indian Maritime Zone of 2.3 Million Sq Km, rendering all kinds of humanitarian assistance to mariners in distress and apprehending all criminals engaged in unlawful activities at sea. Career in Indian Coast Guard is highly rewarding and satisfying for people with positive attitude. (Imphal Times)

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