MARCOs

• MARCOs commandos rescued all 21 crew members, including 15 Indians, from Liberian-flagged vessel MV Lili Norfolk after boarding it from a warship.
• The Navy deployed a warship, maritime patrol aircraft P-8I, helicopters and MQ9B Predator drones to assist the vessel MV Lila Norfolk.

ABOUT MARCOS

• Marine commandos , abbreviated to Marcos and officially called the marine commando force ( MCF) , was formed in 1987.
• They are among the country’s mighty commando forces, including the National Security Guard, Garud, Para commandos, Force One, and others.
• These comprise the toughest soldiers who undergo rigorous training to conduct swift and stealthy responses.
• MARCOs are modelled on the US Navy SEALS.
• MARCOS can operate across diverse environments, encompassing sea, air, and land.
• They also engage in collaborative efforts with the Indian Army to conduct operations in areas such as Kashmir.
• ‘The few The fearless’ is the MARCOs’ motto.
• The force has earned recognition for its remarkable performance in Cactus, Leech, Pawan, and Cyclone operations.
• Notably, their valour and courage came to prominence during their involvement in the 26/11 Mumbai attacks.