Shri N. Muruganandam,

The Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships plays a vital role in ensuring the safety and efficiency of maritime navigation along India's extensive coastline. As the national authority responsible for providing General Aids to Marine Navigation, DGLL remains committed to facilitating safe, secure and efficient navigation through the provision, operation and maintenance of lighthouses, lightships and modern marine navigation systems.

Over the years, DGLL has continuously evolved by embracing technological advancements and adopting modern solutions in the field of marine aids to navigation. The integration of advanced technologies such as Differential Global Navigation Satellite Systems (DGNSS), Automatic Identification System (AIS), Vessel Traffic Services (VTS), RACON and other emerging navigation technologies reflects our commitment towards strengthening maritime safety and operational efficiency.

In addition to our core responsibility of ensuring navigational safety, DGLL is actively contributing to the promotion of lighthouse tourism by transforming selected lighthouse sites into attractive tourist destinations. These initiatives aim to preserve our rich maritime heritage while creating new opportunities for tourism and socio-economic development in coastal regions.

As India progresses towards becoming a leading maritime nation under the vision of Maritime India Vision 2030 and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, DGLL is committed to strengthening its infrastructure, adopting innovative technologies, enhancing international cooperation and maintaining the highest standards of service delivery.

Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships, Noida

Address: Deep Bhawan, A-13 Sector 24,

Noida, Gautam Budh Nagar, Uttar Pradesh 201301,

Phone: 0120 2411294

Email: noida-dgll@nic.in