Mangalore: Stunning Display of Rescue Operations by Indian Coast Guard
Pics: Dayanand Kukkaje
Daijiworld Media Network – Mangalore (PS/VA)
Mangalore, Feb 26: It was a stunning demonstration by the Indian Coast Guard in the 16 nautical miles (about 30 km) away from the land.
The demonstration which involved various activities in the deep sea was organized as part of 34th day of anniversary celebrations on Saturday February 26.
Indian Coast Guard ships, Sangram, Savitri Bhai Phule participated in the demonstration. Meanwhile, 'Chetak', the Indian fleet helicopter led the search and rescue operation.
Other displays included the pistol firing, light machine gun firing, heavy machine gun firing and overtaking of ships.
P S Jha, commandant, Coast Guard Karnataka Headquarters and other senior Coast Guard officers were present on the occasion. DC Subodh Yadav, commisioner Seemanth Kumar Singh and SP Subramanyeshwar Rao among others were present.
Over 100 government staff, family members of the Coast Guard personnel and media persons were present to witness the event.