According to the Coast Guard, in a swift sea - air coordinated Search and Rescue Operation, it located and rescued the distressed fishing boat with seven crew onboard off Tillanchong Island, approximately 350 km
A total of 18 officers comprising 11 from the Indian Air Force, one from the Indian Army and six from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited have successfully graduated as Aerodrome Controllers
The role of OPVs includes coastal and offshore patrolling, policing maritime zones of India, control and surveillance, anti-smuggling and anti-piracy operations with limited wartime roles.