Context:
The National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes & Narcotics (NACIN) and Indian Maritime University (IMU) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance marine enforcement training.
Objectives of the Collaboration
- Enhancing CBIC Officers’ Capabilities: Specialized training for marine preventive work.
- Bridging Knowledge Gaps: Focused training on maritime enforcement and operational practices.
- Global & Domestic Insights: Integrating international best practices with India’s enforcement needs.
- Leveraging Expertise: Combining IMU’s academic knowledge with NACIN’s enforcement experience.
Key Benefits
For CBIC Officers
- Hands-on training in advanced maritime technologies.
- Exposure to global enforcement standards.
- Strengthened operational efficiency in marine security.
For IMU
- Expansion of academic programs into maritime enforcement.
- Practical application of maritime training modules.
- Collaboration on emerging technologies, including drone surveillance.
For India’s Maritime Security
- Development of a world-class training ecosystem for marine enforcement.
- Potential inclusion of international participants and personnel from other agencies.
- Establishment of the Marine Customs Training Centre as a Centre of Excellence.
About the Marine Customs Training Centre
- Located at NACIN’s new campus in Palasamudram, Andhra Pradesh, inaugurated in January 2024.
- Equipped with:
- Full Mission Ship Maneuvering Simulators & ECDIS Simulators.
- Training in ship navigation, emergency response, and smuggling interdiction.
- Firefighting drills, search & rescue operations, and firearms training.
- Multi-agency collaboration to improve India’s maritime enforcement capabilities.
About Indian Maritime University (IMU)
- Premier institution under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways.
- Offers specialized training, research, and academic programs in maritime studies.
- Actively collaborates with government and industry to advance India’s maritime sector.
This NACIN-IMU partnership marks a major step in strengthening India’s marine enforcement capabilities. By integrating cutting-edge training, academic excellence, and global best practices, it ensures India remains at the forefront of maritime security and enforcement.
