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Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse

Fl (9) Red 15s🇮🇳INOperational

Location & Light Range

About Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse

Located on the west side of Paradip harbor in India, this navigational aid is a mast situated atop a building. It stands 14 meters tall, with the light positioned at a focal height of 15 meters. The structure is painted white and red. Its light emits a single red flash every 15 seconds and has a geographic range of 11.9 nautical miles. The nearest port is Paradip Garh, approximately 0.8 kilometers away.

Why it matters: This light is essential for local navigation within Paradip harbor, marking the western side of the port entrance for commercial vessels.

Light & Optic

Characteristic Signature
Fl (9) Red 15s
Flash Type
Flashing
Light Color
Red
Flash Count
9 flashes
Interval
15s
Raw Code
Fl R 15s
Focal Height
15m
Geographic Range
11.9NM

Location

Country
🇮🇳IN
Sea Region
west side of the Paradip harbor, India
Latitude
20.2707°
Longitude
86.6668°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Tower & Structure

Tower Height
14m
Tower Shape
mast
Tower Color
white and red

Structure: mast atop a building

References & Identifiers

Nearest Port
Paradip Garh(0.8 km)
Admiralty No.
F1005.92
NGA No.
26936
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do mariners identify Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse at night?+
Paradip Customs Office displays the characteristic Fl (9) Red 15s — 9 red flashes every 15 seconds. Each lighthouse has a unique flash pattern published in the List of Lights, allowing mariners to positively identify it and distinguish it from other navigation aids in the area. The red color may indicate a specific sector or warning zone.
Which ports and harbors does Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse guide vessels into?+
Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse assists vessels approaching 4 nearby ports. The closest is Paradip Garh at 1.5 NM to the ENE. Other ports served include Paradip Port (4.9 NM WSW), Dhamara (34.4 NM NNE), Dhamra Port (36.8 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart for full approach and pilotage information.
Is Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse still active and maintained?+
Yes, Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse is currently operational. It is actively maintained and continues to emit its characteristic light signal for marine navigation. Most modern lighthouses are automated and monitored remotely by the national maritime authority.
How can I track vessels near Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse?+
You can track vessels near Paradip Customs Office Lighthouse in real time using MarineRadar. The platform shows live AIS positions of ships in the area, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page to open the live map centered on this lighthouse.