MARCOS

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MARCOS
ActiveFebruary 1987
Country India
Branch Indian Navy
TypeSpecial forces
RolePrimary tasks
Garrison/HQINS Karna, Vishakapatnam, India
Nickname(s)Magarmach (The Crocodiles)
Anniversaries14 February.
EngagementsOperation Cactus,
Operation Leech,
Operation Pawan,
Kargil War,
Operation Black Tornado,
Operation Cyclone,
Counter-insurgency operations in Kashmir
Commanders
Current
commander
rohit dagar
Insignia
MARCOS badge

The Marine Commandos, abbreviated to MARCOS and officially called the Marine Commando Force (MCF), are the special forces unit of the Indian Navy and is responsible for conducting special operations.