Sri Vijaya Puram, Jan. 30 -- The Andaman & Nicobar Command (ANC) said that they have successfully intercepted and apprehended nine poachers in the Northern Andaman Sea on Friday.

Andaman & Nicobar Command posted on X about the development, stating, "Acting on specific intelligence received of likely poaching activity, HQ ANC enhanced surveillance in the Northern Andaman Sea. Joint patrols by ANC units led to the apprehension of nine poachers onboard a dinghy with diving equipment on 29 Jan 26 by ICGS Rajshree near Narcondam Island. The operation reaffirms ANC's resolve to safeguard India's maritime frontiers and maintain round-the-clock vigilance."

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