Kutch (Gujarat) [India], December 30 (ANI): In a significant boost to Marine Surveillance and Interdiction capabilities, the Indian Coast Guard has concluded a maiden contract for multicopter (VTOL) drones in accordance with the Government of India's policy of embracing Drone Technology.

The officials said that these drones are capable of being launched from both Ships whilst underway, as well as Shore Stations and will play a significant role in the reach of ICG units during Surveillance and Security operations, in addition to assisting in Search and Rescue (SAR), both by day as well as night.

Also Read | Fake Call Centre Busted by Delhi Police; Three Arrested for Duping People on Pretext of Providing Loans.

"The ICG plans to induct 100 additional drones by 2025, to meet the ever-growing challenges in India's Maritime Zones and Search & Rescue Region," the officials added. (ANI)

(The above story is verified and authored by ANI staff, ANI is South Asia's leading multimedia news agency with over 100 bureaus in India, South Asia and across the globe. ANI brings the latest news on Politics and Current Affairs in India & around the World, Sports, Health, Fitness, Entertainment, & News. The views appearing in the above post do not reflect the opinions of LatestLY)