The Paradip Port, which is State’s major port, will be brought under a marine commando security net to thwart sea-borne terror attacks in the aftermath of 26/11 terrorist attack in Mumbai coast.
The Paradip Port is one of the most important and sensitive sea cargo facilities in eastern part of India as it is closer to neighouring Bangladesh which is also a hub for terrorist activities. 30 Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) personnel who have completed their commando training in Kochi Naval training centre of Indian Navy recently have taken over the patrolling of the off-shore sea waters that touch the facility.
According to Paradip Port Trust (PPT) officials, the port authorities have recently given the CISF a fast patrol boat which is now being used by the commandos for surveillance missions. In case of requirement, the personnel will be assisted by the Indian Coast Guard and the Indian Navy whose vessels are also deployed at Paradip for securities. PPT Chairman Sudhanshu Sekhara Mishra has expressed his satisfaction over the new security arrangements.