Artificial Surfing Reefs in India?

ASR Limited, a well known company from New Zealand that employs lots of surfer scientists, has introduced a new "multi-purpose reef" that was recently installed along the west coast of India to help stabilize coastal erosion. So far the reef has succeeded in helping to slow down the erosion by expending the wave energy further offshore.

Working in conjunction with the Indian government, ASR Ltd completed construction of India's first Multi-Purpose Reef in February, 2010. The primary purpose of the reef is to mitigate coastal erosion from monsoon waves in the small town of Kovalam. The reef also creates an excellent habitat for marine species.

Finally, as this video shows, the reef has helped create a great surf spot.

Video here.