PHO Kandla

Established in 1957, the Port Health Organisation (PHO), Kandla serves as the designated public health authority at Deendayal Port, Kandla overseeing the implementation of public health measures for international travellers in accordance with national and international health regulations.

To strengthen public health preparedness and surveillance, PHO Kandla is equipped with a dedicated vector surveillance laboratory and facilities for training, conferences, and capacity-building activities.

PHO Kandla is also an authorized Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre.

The Port is getting an average of 230 ships in a month. There are about 68 Non Major Ports in Gujarat out of which 10 -15 Non-Major Ports are very active and need continuous monitoring.

Additionally, PHO Kandla oversees and coordinates the public health activities of OTMPs at Gujarat.