Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) launched by India and Sri Lanka

Current Context: India and Sri Lanka have indeed taken a significant step in enhancing their maritime security cooperation. On 20th June 2024, inaugurated a Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC), which reflects their deepening ties in this area.

• Here are the key details:
• The MRCC was established through a $6 million grant from India and comprises two main centers:
• The main center is located at the Sri Lanka Navy headquarters in Colombo.
• The sub-center is situated in Hambantota.
• Additionally, there are seven unmanned installations at strategic locations along Sri Lanka’s coastline: Galle, Arugambay, Batticaloa, Trincomalee, Kallarawa, Point Pedro, and Mollikulam
• The MRCC serves as the nerve center for search and rescue operations at sea.
• Sri Lankan Navy teams have been trained to operate the MRCC by state-run Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) in Bengaluru and Colombo.

Question:

1 Where is the main center of the Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) located?

• A) New Delhi
• B) Galle
• C) Hambantota
• D) Colombo

Answer: A) The main center is located at the Sri Lanka Navy headquarters in Colombo.