In order to test the maritime security capabilities of Indian Armed forces , a two-day extensive multi-agency drill code-named 'Sagar Kavach (Sea Shield) ', will begin on April 11 off the coast of Goa. "The objective of this exercise is to provide seamless seaward defensive cover along the Goa coast and is exercised jointly by all security agencies including Indian Navy, Coast Guard, state marine police, customs, fisheries, port authorities and other central and state departments from the coastal belt area line to the limit of territorial waters, that is 12 nautical miles," stated a press note issued by the police. The major exercise will also involve Lifeguards of Drishti agency on Goa's beaches .
In the exercise, intelligence and infiltration will be induced and the alertness and preparedness of all the stake holders, including the general public, will be tested. "The exercise will also assess the effectiveness of coastal fishing community in serving as 'eyes and ears' for early warning of a seaward threat," the police said.
In the exercise, intelligence and infiltration will be induced and the alertness and preparedness of all the stake holders, including the general public, will be tested. "The exercise will also assess the effectiveness of coastal fishing community in serving as 'eyes and ears' for early warning of a seaward threat," the police said.
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