The Ministry of Defence announced on 17 October 2026 that new infrastructure under Project Seabird Phase IIA was inaugurated at the Naval Base in Karwar on 15 October 2026. The project adds 300 dwelling units for Naval Defence Civilians and expands the INHS Patanjali hospital to a 409-bed capacity. It also includes a solid waste management facility, a water reservoir, and improved road access with pedestrian and cycle paths. These developments aim to support approximately 10,000 personnel and their families while boosting the local economy in the Uttara Kannada region.
Key points
- 300 new dwelling units for Naval Defence Civilians
- INHS Patanjali hospital capacity increased to 409 beds
- Includes a 2 lakh litre water reservoir and a sewage treatment plant
- Over 90% of materials and equipment sourced domestically
- Project targets an IGBC Gold rating upon completion
When it applies
- Inauguration of Project Seabird Phase IIA infrastructure
Who it affects
- patients at INHS Patanjali