Flag Officer Commanding Maharashtra Naval Area (FOMA) | |
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since 1 Sept 2024 | |
Indian Navy | |
Abbreviation | FOMA |
Reports to | Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Naval Command |
Seat | Mumbai |
First holder | Rear Admiral S. W. Lakhkar, NM, VSM |
Flag Officer Commanding Maharashtra Naval Area (FOMA) is a senior appointment in the Indian Navy. One of the five Area Commanders of the Indian Navy, the FOMA is a two star admiral holding the rank of Rear Admiral. The FOMA has operational control of the flotilla and forces assigned for the local naval defence of all ports in Maharashtra and the 22nd Missile Vessel Squadron. Apart from this, the FOMA is responsible for the operations and administration of all units and establishments in Maharashtra. The current FOMA is Rear Admiral Anil Jaggi, who assumed office on 1 Sept 2024.