Naval chief inaugurates ground-breaking of MCTC, 2nd Force Protection Battalion
The inauguration ceremonies were attended by a large number of Naval officers and CPOs/Sailors.
KARACHI (Dunya News) - Ground Breaking Ceremonies of Maritime Counter Terrorism Centre (MCTC) and 2nd Force Protection Battalion were held at Karachi. Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral Muhammad Zakaullah graced the ceremonies as Chief Guest. Commander Coast Rear Admiral Abdul Aleem was also present.
Maritime Counter Terrorism Centre (MCTC) is being constructed with an aim to fulfill the training requirements of Special Operation Forces and special wings of own and other Law enforcement Agencies (LEAs) in Maritime Counter Terrorism domain. MCTC will house state of the art training facilities including Live Fire Shoot Houses, Sniper Ranges, Military Training in Urban Terrain, Close Quarter Combat Ranges and simulators etc.
2nd Force Protection Battalion is an operational segment of Pak Marines and has been raised for protection of Karachi Harbour and offshore infrastructure including sensitive installation at Karachi, Anti Amphibious Operations and Humanitarian Assistance & Disaster Relief Operations.
