Karnataka unit of the Indian Coast Guard organised a motorbike rally from Panambur in Mangalore, Dakshina Kannada district to Kaup in Udupi district on June 7, Tuesday to commemorate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. 75 motorists, comprising coast guard personnel, Karnataka Coastal Security Police and Karnataka police, took part in the motorbike rally covering 75 k.m. in two-way between Panambur and Kaup in the forenoon. En route, the bikers created awareness amongst the local populace on the importance of environmental management and protection. It was aimed at sensitizing the coastal population and fishermen on safety, security, and environmental issues at sea. Akshy Sridhar, Commissioner, Mangaluru City Corporation flagged off the rally at Panambur.

In addition, the Coast Guard personnel along with NCC cadets and a team from New Mangalore Port Authority, cleaned the two km long Panambur beach area where the Karnataka headquarters of the coast guard is located.