India aims to fortify maritime strength with the construction of a new jetty at Androth island in Lakshadweep
Jetties are concrete structures extending into water that facilitate vessel navigation, protect shorelines from erosion, and enable smooth cargo operations
The upcoming jetty facilitates deployment of large Indian Navy ships like INS Vikramaditya
This would bolster surveillance capabilities to monitor foreign vessel movements and serve as critical marine assets
After the establishment of INS Jatayu naval base, the Indian Coast Guard would counter potential threats in the Indian Ocean Region
Positioned alongside INS Jatayu base, the jetty enhances naval reach and aids in anti-narcotic and anti-piracy efforts
India also plans for an air enclave at Minicoy Islands for seamless operations of Coast Guard’s Dornier aircraft and ALH Dhruv choppers
It enhances response capabilities and contributes to regional stability and security in the western Arabian Sea