South Goa, Jan. 20 -- The Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) will roll out the second edition of its ambitious 'Vande Mataram Coastal Cyclothon 2026' from January 28, aiming to strengthen coastal security awareness while promoting fitness, discipline and national unity.

Speaking on the sidelines of preparations in Goa, N Prakash Reddy, Deputy Inspector General (DIG), Airport Sector, Western Zone, said the cyclothon will see strong participation from women personnel across both coasts.

"There will be 65 female personnel covering both the West and East coasts, starting on 28th January. The West Coast leg will begin at Lakhpat Fort in Gujarat, covering Gujarat, Daman and Diu, Maharashtra, Goa and Karnataka, and will culminate in Kera...