About Indira Point
Indira Point is the southernmost tip of India, located on Great Nicobar Island in the Nicobar District of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Marked by a red and white lighthouse, it lies at the southern end of the Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve facing the Indian Ocean. Formerly known as Pygmalion Point, it was renamed in honour of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and is notable for its geographic significance and remote coastal setting.
Visitors guide
Visitors can expect a remote coastal headland marking the southernmost point of Indian territory, with views of the Indian Ocean and the Indira Point Lighthouse. The site is situated within a forested and coastal landscape on Great Nicobar Island, accessible only with special permission and via boat and trek from Campbell Bay. There are no commercial tourist facilities at the point itself; the experience is focused on sightseeing, photography of the landmark and lighthouse, and observing the natural coastal environment.
Key highlights
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Southernmost tip of India on Great Nicobar Island
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Historic red and white Indira Point Lighthouse
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Panoramic views of the Indian Ocean and coastline
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Location within Great Nicobar Biosphere Reserve
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Geographic landmark formerly known as Pygmalion Point
History of Indira Point
The point was formerly known as Pygmalion Point and Parsons Point and was renamed Indira Point in honour of former Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in the mid-1980s. A lighthouse was established at the point in 1972. The lighthouse and coastline were partially submerged and damaged during the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami.
Culture & Context
Indira Point holds national geographic significance as the southernmost point of the Republic of India and is a symbolic landmark representing the southern extent of the country.
Route
| By air | Fly to Veer Savarkar International Airport at Port Blair, then take inter-island helicopter or ferry service to Campbell Bay on Great Nicobar Island with required permits. |
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