A two-week coastal policing course has begun for 60 marine police personnel to strengthen maritime security, surveillance and law enforcement capabilities.
Heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, gusty winds and rough sea conditions are forecast across Andaman and Nicobar Islands, with fishermen advised to avoid venturing into the sea.
Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to visit the Andaman and Nicobar Islands next week, where he will pay homage at Cellular Jail and visit key heritage sites linked to India's freedom struggle.