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Defence minister Rajnath Singh inaugurates New Coast Guard facilities, releases centenary coin in Chennai

Bandana Kanak
| TIMESOFINDIA.COM | Last updated on - Aug 19, 2024, 00:24 IST
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​Rajnath Singh inaugurates MRCC, RMPRC

Defence minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated a new Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) and the Regional Marine Pollution Response Centre (RMPRC) of the Indian Coast Guard in Chennai on August 18. He also launched a Coast Guard Air Enclave in Puducherry remotely.

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​Rajnath Singh welcomed with a Guard of Honour

Rajnath Singh was welcomed with a Guard of Honour by the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) contingent upon his arrival in Chennai on August 18. (Photo: ANI)

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MRCC, an iconic structure

The MRCC, located near Napier Bridge in Chennai and built at a cost of Rs. 26.10 crore, will serve as an iconic structure enhancing the coordination for rescuing mariners and fishermen in distress at sea, according to a release from the ministry of defence.

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​Rajnath Singh releases centenary commemorative coin

Later in Chennai, Rajnath Singh released a centenary commemorative coin in honor of former Tamil Nadu chief minister M Karunanidhi. The first coin was received by current chief minister MK Stalin.

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​MoS, political leaders attend the event

The coin release event was attended by Tamil Nadu CM MK Stalin, union minister of state L Murugan, and other political leaders and officials.

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​Stalin felicitates Singh

Tamil Nadu CM felicitated Rajnath Singh during the coin release ceremony in Chennai. (Photo: PTI)

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​Singh, Stalin engage in a conversation

During the event, Rajnath Singh and CM Stalin were seen engaged in a conversation.

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​Singh pays tribute to Karunanidhi's contributions

During the event, Rajnath Singh praised the former CM for his role in national governance and his advocacy for democratic principles. Singh said that Karunanidhi's inclusive policies, which prioritised access to quality education for marginalized communities and support for women and children, have left a lasting impact on the nation. (Photo: PTI)

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