Lieutenant General Ajay Ramdev, SM, who serves as the Director General of Integrated Training and the President of the Services Sports Control Board (SSCB), engaged in a significant dialogue with Director General Paramesh Sivamani, AVSM, PTM, TM, the Director General of the Indian Coast Guard, on June 12, 2026. This meeting was focused on exploring avenues for enhancing cooperation between the Indian Army and the Indian Coast Guard.
The discussions between the senior officers were extensive, focusing on the need to improve jointness and integration between the two services. Topics included military training, sports, adventure activities, and the effective utilization of Defence Security Corps (DSC) personnel.
One of the key aspects of their discussion was the promotion of collaboration in training methodologies. Both leaders emphasized the importance of sharing best practices to enhance professional competence and operational effectiveness. They also recognized the role that sports and adventure activities play in fostering teamwork, leadership qualities, and physical fitness among personnel.
Additionally, the meeting examined strategies to optimize the use of DSC personnel and enhance institutional cooperation by promoting better coordination and resource-sharing between the services.
This interaction is indicative of the increasing focus on jointness and inter-service cooperation within India’s defense framework, which aims to bolster operational synergy and develop integrated capabilities among the Armed Forces and maritime security agencies.
Both General Ramdev and General Sivamani reaffirmed their dedication to fostering closer ties and leveraging expertise to strengthen training standards, personnel development, and the overall effectiveness of their organizations.
The engagement reflects the commitment of the Indian Army and the Indian Coast Guard to deepen collaborative efforts, ultimately contributing to a more integrated and capable national security framework.
