नौवहन महानिदेशालय
Directorate General of Shipping
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Government of India
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Health Screening Campaign at Marine House, Kolkata

A Health Screening Campaign was organized by the Port Health Organization, Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS) at the Marine House Auditorium, Kolkata, on 07 July 2026 to promote preventive healthcare and raise awareness about the importance of regular health check-ups. The programme was inaugurated by Capt. Sabyasachi Mukhopadhyay, Nautical Surveyor-cum-Deputy Director General (Technical), Mercantile Marine Department, Kolkata District, as the Chief Guest, in the presence of Dr. Nibedita Das, Port Health Officer, Kolkata. The campaign witnessed enthusiastic participation from officials of the Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Kolkata, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMPK), Government Shipping Office, Seamen's Employment Office, Bureau of Immigration, and Pay & Accounts Office (Shipping), Kolkata. The initiative highlighted the importance of early health screening, disease prevention, and overall well-being, reinforcing the collective commitment to building a healthier and more resilient maritime community.