Sat May 24 02:58:06 UTC 2025: **Summary:**
The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) Director T.M. Balakrishnan Nair has been elected as the vice-chair of the IOC Sub-Commission for the Central Indian Ocean (IOCINDIO) at its first intergovernmental session. The election, supported by 13 member states, marks a significant achievement for India in oceanographic governance.
**News Article:**
**Indian Scientist Elected Vice-Chair of Key Ocean Commission**
**HYDERABAD, May 24, 2025** – T.M. Balakrishnan Nair, Director of the Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), has been elected as the vice-chair of the IOC Sub-Commission for the Central Indian Ocean (IOCINDIO). The election took place during the inaugural Intergovernmental Session of IOCINDIO.
According to a press release, Nair’s election was backed by 13 member states of the sub-commission. This appointment underscores India’s growing influence and leadership role in oceanographic research and governance within the Indian Ocean region. IOCINDIO plays a crucial role in coordinating ocean research and observations, promoting sustainable development, and managing marine resources in the central Indian Ocean.
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