India, Oct. 24 -- Maharashtra has inducted its first batch of Navy Agniveers into the state's coastal police force, with 282 former personnel set to bolster maritime security amid a shortage of trained staff, Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis said on Friday.

The batch comprises 150 personnel trained in deck operations and 132 in engine operations, who will help navigate and manage coastal police vessels.

Announcing the induction, Fadnavis said the government had decided to recruit Agniveers into the state police after their four-year military tenure, recognising the specialised training they receive during their service.

"Agniveers undergo extensive training and are returning after their short stint in the services. We wanted to induct ...