India, France conduct joint patrols from Reunion Island

News:India and France have conducted joint patrols from the Reunion Island for the first time.

Facts:

About Reunion Island:

  • Reunion Island is a remote Indian Ocean island located between Madagascar and Mauritius.It is an overseas region of France.
  • The island’s capital is Saint-Denis which is home to one-fifth of the population.
  • The Island is home to one of the world’s most active volcanoes, the Piton de la Fournaise which is also a World Heritage site.