T. Venu Gopal Assumes Charge as Deputy Chairman, Paradip Port Authority

Paradip:

Port Wings News Network:

T. Venu Gopal, former Secretary of Visakhapatnam Port Authority (VPA), has been appointed as the Deputy Chairman of Paradip Port Authority (PPA) and assumed charge on 17 November 2025.

Venu Gopal began his career at Visakhapatnam Port in 1995 as Assistant Personnel Officer (Class-I) and went on to serve in multiple key roles across several departments.

In 2019, he was posted as Secretary, Deendayal (Kandla) Port Authority. Prior to this, he was In-Charge Secretary at Visakhapatnam Port Authority from 2014 to 2018.

In 2020, he was transferred back to Visakhapatnam Port Authority as Secretary. He also effectively discharged additional responsibilities as Traffic Manager (TM) and Chief Medical Officer (CMO), contributing to improved operational performance.

During his tenure as Secretary at VPA, Venu Gopal played a pivotal role in planning and executing several notable initiatives and events, including:

* Major Events such as BIMSTEC, Indian Maritime Conclaves, the inauguration of the International Cruise Terminal, and the handling of international cruise vessels.

* Implementation of major Government of India programmes, including Swachha Bharat, IGoT, Skill Development, Health care and Education.

* Instrumental in securing first place in Swachhata and Safety initiatives and in creating a healthy and productive ecosystem with all stakeholders.

* He has been a member of various committees constituted by Indian Ports Association (IPA) and the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways.

His contributions and commitment have been well appreciated across the sector. The officers and employees of Paradip Port Authority warmly welcomed Venu Gopal and wished him success in his new assignment.