Who Are The Indian Special Forces?

There are several factions of the Indian Special Forces, all of them
elite, with the MARCOS being the most like special forces operations
such as the Navy Seals and the SAS. They are a division of the Indian
Navy.Their HistoryMARCOS is short for Marine Commandos. They began as
the Indian Marine Special Force in 1987 and were named Marine Commando
Force (MARCOS) in 1991. They are considered to be the highest trained
and most well equipped of the Indian Special Forces units. They have
over 2000 personnel, although the actual number of those in this
special forces team remains classified. Their nickname is the
Crocodiles.How To Become A Member Of MARCOSMore than 80 percent of the
applicants for MARCOS are screened out within the aptitude test that
requires physical fitness as well that lasts for three days. Those who
are active in the Indian military can apply to become a member of this
elite special forces team.MARCOS TrainingOriginally, MARCOS training
was done with Navy Seals as well as SAS training. They have recently
set up their own facilities for training. Training is grueling for
those who pass and get to be part of this unit and lasts for an
initial five weeks after most are screened out during the three day
test. Only about 20 to 25 percent of those who endure the five week
initial training pass. After that, additional training that includes
commando skills, para-military skills and training within the various
armed forces lasts for two and a half years.What Are They Best
At?MARCOS are trained at all types of military operations, including
commando, intelligence training, offshore operations, anti-terrorism,
skydiving and explosive skills, but are best at maritime
operations.Weapons Of MARCOSWeapons used by MARCOS include small arms
such as the AK47, Cross Bow, Heckler & Koch sniping rifles, assault
rifles, grenade launchers, shoulder field aircraft missiles, variants
of sub-machine guns. Cross Bow Arrows are tipped with Cynide.Known
MissionsMARCOS have had counter-terrorist missions and concentrates on
the infiltration of terrorists who cross the Pakistani border into
Jammu. They are active in Kashmir as well as Jammu. They focus on both
domestic as well as global terrorism and work with elite special
forces teams, when needed, throughout the world.UnitsNo information is
available regarding the specialized units of the MARCOS special
forces. They are comparable to the US Navy Seals in strength as well
as abilities.Are They Professional Soldiers?The members of MARCOS are
professional soldiers who usually make their career in the Indian
military. They are considered to be the best special operations unit
in India and are well respected throughout the rest of the world.