Goa, March 25 -- The expedition will see two teams of cyclists starting from opposite ends of India: one from Lakhpat Fort in Gujarat on the western coast, and the other from Bakkhali in West Bengal on the eastern coast. Over the course of 25 days, the cyclists will journey along India's coastal roads, culminating at the Vivekananda Rock Memorial in Kanyakumari, Tamil Nadu, on March 31, 2025. This ambitious journey is not only a test of endurance but also a symbol of the CISF's commitment to securing India's critical coastal infrastructure.

India's coastline is home to over 250 ports, including 72 major ones, which handle 95% of the country's trade by volume, including significant oil imports. These ports are vital to the nation's econom...