MARCOS being deployed in the Eastern Ladakh

MARCOS being deployed in the Eastern Ladakh

Part of: GS Prelims and GS-III – Defence & Security

In news

• MARCOS are being deployed in the Eastern Ladakh alongside the Indian Army against the Chinese military. 
• They are present in the vicinity of the Pangong Tso lake where they will soon be conducting missions using boats.

Important value addition 

• The Marine Commandos are abbreviated as MARCOS and officially called the Marine Commando Force (MCF).
• It is the special forces unit of the Indian Navy that is responsible for conducting special operations.
• MARCOS was founded in February 1987. 
• MARCOS are capable of operating in all types of environments; at sea, in air and on land.
  
• The force has gradually acquired experience and an international reputation for professionalism. 
• The MARCOS regularly undertake specialised maritime operations in Jammu and Kashmir through the Jhelum River and Wular Lake.