New Delhi: To address the major challenges in combating oil spills at sea, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has organized a pollution response seminar and mock drill in West Bengal, a PIB press release stated.
The event will be held at the Headquarters Coast Guard District No. 8 (West Bengal) in Haldia from May 22-23, 2024. In this, various stakeholders from different agencies, including oil handling agencies, will come together to discuss and collaborate on simulated scenarios for enhancing their response capabilities and fostering synergy among all involved parties.
During the event, state-of-the-art pollution response equipment will be demonstrated to provide participants with practical experience in further enhancing their readiness for environmental crises. The training aims at strengthening the knowledge and skills of the Coast Guard officials and other stakeholders in responding to oil spills.