135th Offshore Security Coordination Committee Meeting to be held at Ahmedabad on Sep 1
New Delhi, 30 Aug 23: The 135th meeting of the Offshore Security Coordination Committee (OSCC) is scheduled to be held at Ahmedabad on 01 September 2023, under the Chairmanship of DG Rakesh Pal, PTM, TM, Director General Indian Coast Guard, to review the preparedness and effectiveness of the security of India’s offshore installations.
The meeting will be attended by stakeholders/ representatives from various organizations namely Indian Coast Guard, Indian Navy/ HQ ODAG, IAF, ONGC, DGH, IB, DG Shipping, MHA, MEA and DRDO. Important issues including opening up of EEZ for Exploration & Development Activities, anti – drone solutions for E&P sectors are likely to be deliberated during the meeting.
The OSCC was constituted 1978 to ensure smooth and effective functioning of offshore security arrangements. The OSCC is the apex body for reviewing and evaluating Offshore Security in India.
The Committee comprises of members drawn from the Indian Coast Guard, Indian Navy, Indian Air Force, IB, MEA, Police, and ONGC to examine issues related to the Safety and Security of offshore assets.
