Surveillance and patrolling along the coasts is carried in accordance with threat perception and security needs. Further, the coastal security apparatus in the country is reviewed from time to time.
Marine Commandos remain in a high state of readiness for immediate deployment to counter infiltration through sea routes. Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) are maintained round the clock for emergency and anti-infiltration operations.
Nil infiltration has been reported and no seizure of drugs made by Indian Coast Guard during last two years i.e. November 2012.
This information was given by Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Shri IshwarlalShankarlal Jain in Rajya Sabha today.
DM/HH/RAJ
Marine Commandos remain in a high state of readiness for immediate deployment to counter infiltration through sea routes. Quick Reaction Teams (QRTs) are maintained round the clock for emergency and anti-infiltration operations.
Nil infiltration has been reported and no seizure of drugs made by Indian Coast Guard during last two years i.e. November 2012.
This information was given by Defence Minister Shri Manohar Parrikar in a written reply to Shri IshwarlalShankarlal Jain in Rajya Sabha today.
DM/HH/RAJ
