As India is opening substantial portion of its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) and expansion of exploration and production activities to achieve self-sufficiency in energy sector, Coast Guard chief Rakesh Pal on Friday stressed the need for focused and sustained offshore security efforts for facilitating these endeavours in a safe and secure environment.
Addressing the 135th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC)in Ahmedabad to review the preparedness and effectiveness of security, he also expressed concern over security challenges emerged due to ongoing conflicts in various parts of the world.
He emphasized need of modern technology such as anti-drone solutions in order to adapt with evolving maritime threat environment and bolster offshore security efforts.
The Coast Guard chief also stressed on the need of having round the clock surveillance of offshore assets for ensuring security and safety of offshore assets with extension of offshore activities into deeper seas.