Maharashtra's ₹1,500-Crore Coastal Security Upgrade to Employ Agniveers
Agniveers to be recruited in ₹1,500-crore coastal security upgradation project
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The Maharashtra state government has announced a ₹1,500-crore ($180 million USD) plan to enhance coastal security, involving the recruitment of Agniveers and the procurement of modern boats and drones. This initiative aims to replace outdated equipment and improve patrolling along the state's 720-km coastline over the next five years.
- 01Maharashtra's coastal security upgrade plan costs ₹1,500 crore ($180 million USD).
- 02Agniveers and Home Guards will be recruited to enhance coastal patrolling.
- 03Over 45 of the 58 existing patrol boats are non-operational.
- 04The project includes establishing a coastal training institute in Ratnagiri.
- 05The state government expects ₹300 crore in central funding for this initiative.
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The Maharashtra state government has unveiled a ₹1,500-crore ($180 million USD) plan to upgrade coastal security, with a focus on recruiting Agniveers (short-term armed forces recruits) and Home Guards. Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis approved the initiative during a review meeting, emphasizing the need for modern boats and drones to patrol the state's 720-km coastline. Currently, more than 45 of the 58 patrol boats are out of service, many of which were acquired after the 2008 Mumbai terror attacks. The police department plans to fill 15% to 20% of vacant posts in the coastal security wing, potentially inducting retired Agniveers who have completed four years of service in the Navy. Additionally, a coastal training institute is set to be established in Ratnagiri, providing specialized training for police personnel involved in coastal security. The state government anticipates receiving ₹300 crore in funding from the Centre as part of a special program for coastal states.
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The upgrade will enhance safety and security along Maharashtra's coastline, potentially leading to increased employment opportunities for Agniveers and improved response capabilities against threats.
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