Indian Coast Guard has chaired the 137th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee in New Delhi today. The meeting aimed to review the preparedness and effectiveness of the security of India’s offshore installations and enhance joint response mechanisms. The committee further underscored the imperative of enhancing joint responses to safeguard vital energy infrastructure.

A special emphasis was placed on strengthening coordination amongst agencies to address emerging challenges and ensure the security of offshore assets. The meeting was attended by representatives from various organisations including Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs and State Police forces from Gujarat, Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh among other stakeholders.