In response to the growing smuggling activities along the coastlines, the Andhra Pradesh Police have ramped up security measures in key coastal districts. The move comes after intelligence reports revealed that smugglers were increasingly using remote coastal areas to transport illicit goods, including drugs, gold, and other contraband items.
The Andhra Pradesh Police, in collaboration with the Indian Coast Guard and the Customs Department, have initiated a series of surveillance operations to monitor coastal areas more effectively. The security reinforcements include increased patrolling, the deployment of advanced technology such as drones, and enhanced coastal surveillance systems.
Special attention is being given to vulnerable points along the coastline, where smuggling operations are believed to be most active. The police have set up checkposts and are intensifying patrols in the Visakhapatnam, Kakinada, and Machilipatnam regions, which have historically seen smuggling activities. Authorities are also working with local fishermen and coastal communities to report suspicious activities.
To address the challenges posed by rapidly evolving smuggling tactics, the Andhra Pradesh Police have conducted training programs for officers, focusing on identifying smuggling methods and using new technology for surveillance and detection.
The initiative has been widely praised for its proactive approach in securing Andhra Pradesh’s coastline, ensuring that the state remains protected against the growing threat of illegal smuggling.