Indian Coast Guard.
maritime security force of India
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Odisha coordinates with the Union Home Ministry and Coast Guard for rescue and evacuation operations.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Coast Guard began airlifting marooned people as officials briefed the Union Home Minister on the impact of the disaster.Some support1 report
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Indian Coast Guard operated off the Andhra Pradesh coast, involving a vessel traveling from Visakhapatnam to Singapore.Some support1 report
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The Indian Coast Guard guided a ship back to the Philippines on October 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Cyclone suspends ferry services in Chilika and the Indian Coast Guard assists fishermen during the cyclone's return.Some support1 report
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A joint training squadron involving the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard is active.Some support1 report
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Indian military forces, including the Army and Coast Guard, are strengthening bilateral cooperation with Indonesia.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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The Indian Coast Guard conducted an operation off the coast of Mumbai on October 13, 2026.Some support3 reports
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Indian Coast Guard supports coastal patrols in Goa.Some support1 report
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Indian military services participated in a joint maritime search and rescue exercise with Australian Border Force.Some support7 reports
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ICG conducted drills off the coast of Odisha's Paradip.Some support2 reports
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The Indian Coast Guard and INCOIS participated in Search and Rescue (SAR) operations conducted in Lakshadweep.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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An Indian Navy and Coast Guard expedition, starting from Kochi, visited Alexandria and maintained relationships with Egyptian officials.Some support9 reports
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Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard conducted inter-service coordinated rescue operations and investigated merchant vessel collisions off the coast of Gujarat.Well supported4 reports
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Indian Coast Guard evacuated an injured Bangladeshi seafarer from the bulk carrier MV Amris.Some support1 report
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HAL is developing the UH-M aircraft for requirements from the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard.Some support1 report
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Calls are made upon the Indian Coast Guard to prepare for maritime challenges and contribute to the vision of MAHASAGAR.Some support1 report
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ISRO and the Indian Coast Guard conducted a shared MSAR exercise in the Andaman sea lanes amid cyclone warnings impacting major global trade routes.Some support2 reports
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Indian Coast Guard conducts search operations toward the coast of Odisha.Well supported11 reports
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Indian Coast Guard conducts search operations directed by the central government regarding potential drifting into foreign waters.Some support1 report
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Indian Coast Guard uses Dornier aircraft for maritime patrolling and the Supreme Court reviews ICG policy.Some support1 report
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Indian military services conduct Operation Falcon, while Myanmar poachers target Indian marine life.Some support1 report
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MSC faced a legal battle in India after the Coast Guard evacuated the crew off the coast of Kerala.Some support1 report
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A joint search operation was conducted in the Thiruvananthapuram district involving the Indian Coast Guard.Some support1 report
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Spain is supplying C-295 aircraft to India for maritime surveillance duties, utilizing the country's defense industry base.Some support1 report
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Rajnath Singh approved reforms aligning Indian Coast Guard standards with the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.Some support2 reports
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The Indian Coast Guard is operating in Porbandar, establishing a base and transporting a patient for specialized medical care at Asha Hospital.Some support2 reports
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Rescue operation underway in Ahmedabad, Central Gujarat, involving the Indian Coast Guard, Army, and local police.Some support2 reports
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Multi-agency rescue operations are underway in flood-affected areas of Gujarat, involving the Coast Guard, IAF, and Army.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Rescue and relief operations are underway in Valsad, Gujarat, following severe weather.Some support3 reports
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Multi-agency rescue operations are underway in flood-affected areas of Gujarat, involving the Coast Guard, IAF, and Army.Well supported6 reports2 developments inside
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Search operations are currently underway following the disappearance of fishermen near Visakhapatnam, involving the Indian Coast Guard.Well supported10 reports2 developments inside
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A boat tragedy occurred in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, leading to a joint search operation for a missing trawler and the announcement of ex-gratia payments.Well supported4 reports
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India and Australia expanded their strategic partnership through trade and coordinated maritime surveillance.Some support3 reports
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Australia and India deepen bilateral maritime cooperation through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).Some support4 reports
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A vessel ran aground near Manori Island off the Mumbai coast, with monitoring by the Indian Coast Guard and response from the Directorate General of Shipping.Well supported5 reports
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The Indian Coast Guard conducted operations off the coast of Mangaluru on June 29, 2026.Well supported5 reports1 development inside
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Coordinated maritime rescue efforts are underway to evacuate an injured sailor from an Indian vessel.Well supported8 reports
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A boat was made and registered in Udupi, Karnataka, and now operates in the waters off the coast of Karnataka.Some support1 report
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The Indian Coast Guard assisted a vessel that was in distress and bound for the Maldives.Some support1 report
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Coast Guard operates off Tamil Nadu coast.Some support2 reports
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Pramod Sawant met with Narendra Modi to discuss national service, coinciding with a Coast Guard operational review for disaster management.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Indian Coast Guard appealed to the UN to declare International Day of Yoga while protecting Maharashtra's coastline.Some support1 report1 development inside
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IAF, Indian Coast Guard, and Indian Navy participated in a joint anti-hijacking exercise overseen by the State government at Chennai International Airport.Some support1 report
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A new facility, IRMC, was commissioned on May 28, 2026, for Chennai's flood management, located within the Indian Coast Guard campus.Some support2 reports
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What's reaching Indian Coast Guard
Events traced to Indian Coast Guard, step by step, newest first- Indian Coast Guard may face increased coordination demands from Navy expansionIncreased naval operations may require closer coordination with the Indian Coast Guard.Likely
- New multi-purpose vessel may boost Indian Coast Guard's joint operationsNew multi-purpose vessel may boost Indian Coast Guard's joint maritime operationsLikely
- Indian Coast Guard may benefit from advanced ROV systemsIndian Coast Guard may benefit from advanced ROV systemsPossible
- How will the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership between India and Australia affect the Indian Coast Guard?ICG gains operational cooperation through MoU with Australia's Maritime Border CommandReported
Around Indian Coast Guard this week
News at the entities that move Indian Coast Guard most-
Indian Air Force OperationalIndia plans to partner with global manufacturers and the Air Force will procure LMRH helicopters.Moves Indian Coast Guard
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Indian Navy OperationalNarendra Modi chaired a Cabinet Committee meeting to clear a major naval project.Moves Indian Coast Guard
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defence ministry StructuralThe Brazilian Ministry of Defense deployed troops to Amazonas state and provided support to electoral courts.Moves Indian Coast Guard
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Bhubaneswar StructuralAparajita Sarangi was a Member of Parliament in Bhubaneswar on June 1, 2026.Moves Indian Coast Guard
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Rajnath Singh StructuralMalaysia co-chairs ADMM-Plus with India, where Rajnath Singh offered India's counter-terrorism expertise to ASEAN.Moves Indian Coast Guard
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supreme court StructuralA nationwide ban on firecrackers is being considered in Delhi due to concerns over air quality and industry dependence.Moves Indian Coast Guard
Connections
The 40 strongest of 84, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Amit Uniyal Structural
Amit Uniyal holds the functional role of chief spokesperson for the Indian Coast Guard.
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Indian Air Force Operational
The Indian Air Force and Indian Coast Guard actively coordinate joint maritime search and rescue operations and align operational standards.
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Indian Navy Operational
The Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard maintain a highly coordinated operational partnership for joint maritime security and search and rescue missions.
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defence ministry Structural
The Indian Coast Guard operates under the oversight and procurement authority of the Defence Ministry.
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Bhubaneswar Structural
The Indian Coast Guard utilizes Bhubaneswar as a base for aerial surveillance deployment.
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Rajnath Singh Structural
Rajnath Singh, in his capacity as Defence Minister, holds the formal authority to set policy, lead, and approve operational matters for the Indian Coast Guard.
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Paradip Operational
The Indian Coast Guard actively conducts search, rescue, and coordination operations around the Paradip coast and port.
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Australian Border Force Operational
The two government agencies maintain a formal Memorandum of Understanding for operational coordination.
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Visakhapatnam Shared context
The Indian Coast Guard conducts maritime operations and maintains units based in the geographical area of Visakhapatnam.
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Odisha Operational
The Indian Coast Guard actively conducts search, rescue, and drill operations within the coastal jurisdiction of Odisha.
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Beijing Operational
The Indian Coast Guard coordinates search and rescue efforts with the MRCC located in Beijing.
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Gujarat Operational
The Indian Coast Guard conducts active rescue, surveillance, and relief operations within the maritime waters and coastlines of Gujarat.
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supreme court Structural
The Supreme Court exercises judicial oversight, mandating policy changes for the Indian Coast Guard regarding permanent commissions.
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Goa Shipyard Limited Operational
ICG is actively procuring shipbuilding services from Goa Shipyard Limited for its fleet.
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Indonesia Operational
Formal cooperation between Indonesia and the Indian Coast Guard is maintained through renewed MoUs and implementing arrangements for maritime safety.
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central government Structural
The central government issues operational mandates and direction to the Indian Coast Guard for its search and operational activities.
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Indian Space Research Organisation Operational
ISRO and Indian Coast Guard coordinate maritime search and rescue exercises and share predictive safety analysis for maritime operations.
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Directorate General of Shipping Structural
The Indian Coast Guard responds to alerts and coordinates maritime responses based on the Directorate General of Shipping's guidance.
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Belize Transactional
The Indian Coast Guard provided operational support during the rescue of a chemical tanker flagged in Belize.
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Indian Army Structural
ICG reforms align with Indian Army standards, indicating functional dependency.
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government Structural
The Indian Coast Guard operates as a body whose policies, mandates, and existence are formally dependent on the government's establishment and direction.
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Ministry of Defence Operational
The Ministry of Defence establishes operational measures and standards that the Indian Coast Guard must adhere to.
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Dornier Operational
Dornier aircraft are actively utilized by the Indian Coast Guard for maritime surveillance and patrolling tasks.
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Pramod Sawant Structural
one depends on the other
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National Institute of Ocean Technology Operational
The two entities maintain an operational partnership involving mutual support in maritime incidents, exemplified by the recovery of scientific assets.
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Thiruvananthapuram Operational
The two entities are engaged in a joint search operation within the district boundaries.
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Sivamani Structural
Sivamani holds the formal position of Director General of the Indian Coast Guard.
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Kenya Ports Authority Operational
The entities cooperate on maritime security and conduct joint training exercises to strengthen regional maritime connectivity.
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Panama Transactional
The Indian Coast Guard is conducting an investigation and deploying search assets related to a vessel sinking incident in Panama.
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Sri Lanka Operational
Indian Coast Guard is involved in operations targeting Sri Lanka, specifically concerning narcotics.
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Directorate of Revenue Intelligence Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Maharashtra Structural
The Coast Guard functions as a protector of Maharashtra's interests, specifically its extensive coastline and maritime security needs.
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Maldives Operational
The Indian Coast Guard operates in the region, including international waters, where vessels are bound for the country of Maldives.
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Sanjay Seth Operational
Sanjay Seth issued a directive calling upon the Indian Coast Guard to prepare for maritime challenges.
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Antigua Structural
Antigua serves as the flag state for the bulk carrier MV Amris, which is currently monitored by the Indian Coast Guard.
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New Mangalore Port Transactional
The Indian Coast Guard utilized the New Mangalore Port for the debarkation of rescued crew.
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Asha Hospital Transactional
Indian Coast Guard utilizes Asha Hospital's services for specialized medical care of a patient.
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INCOIS functions as a key stakeholder, providing critical input to the Indian Coast Guard's Search and Rescue operations.
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Vietnam Operational
The two entities engage in high-level meetings to strengthen bilateral cooperation.
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Haldia Operational
The Indian Coast Guard operates from its headquarters located in Haldia.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
12 events- Odisha coordinates with the Union Home Ministry and Coast Guard for rescue and evacuation operations.
- Coast Guard began airlifting marooned people as officials briefed the Union Home Minister on the impact of the disaster.
- Indian Coast Guard operated off the Andhra Pradesh coast, involving a vessel traveling from Visakhapatnam to Singapore.
- The Indian Coast Guard guided a ship back to the Philippines on October 1, 2026.
- Cyclone suspends ferry services in Chilika and the Indian Coast Guard assists fishermen during the cyclone's return.
- A joint training squadron involving the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard is active.
- Indian military forces, including the Army and Coast Guard, are strengthening bilateral cooperation with Indonesia.
- The Indian Coast Guard conducted an operation off the coast of Mumbai on October 13, 2026.
- Indian Coast Guard supports coastal patrols in Goa.
- Indian military services participated in a joint maritime search and rescue exercise with Australian Border Force.
- ICG conducted drills off the coast of Odisha's Paradip.
- The Indian Coast Guard and INCOIS participated in Search and Rescue (SAR) operations conducted in Lakshadweep.
September 2026
6 events- An Indian Navy and Coast Guard expedition, starting from Kochi, visited Alexandria and maintained relationships with Egyptian officials.
- Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard conducted inter-service coordinated rescue operations and investigated merchant vessel collisions off the coast of Gujarat.
- Indian Coast Guard evacuated an injured Bangladeshi seafarer from the bulk carrier MV Amris.
- HAL is developing the UH-M aircraft for requirements from the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard.
- Calls are made upon the Indian Coast Guard to prepare for maritime challenges and contribute to the vision of MAHASAGAR.
- ISRO and the Indian Coast Guard conducted a shared MSAR exercise in the Andaman sea lanes amid cyclone warnings impacting major global trade routes.
August 2026
6 events- Indian Coast Guard conducts search operations toward the coast of Odisha.
- Indian Coast Guard conducts search operations directed by the central government regarding potential drifting into foreign waters.
- Indian Coast Guard uses Dornier aircraft for maritime patrolling and the Supreme Court reviews ICG policy.
- Indian military services conduct Operation Falcon, while Myanmar poachers target Indian marine life.
- MSC faced a legal battle in India after the Coast Guard evacuated the crew off the coast of Kerala.
- A joint search operation was conducted in the Thiruvananthapuram district involving the Indian Coast Guard.
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July 2026
13 events- Spain is supplying C-295 aircraft to India for maritime surveillance duties, utilizing the country's defense industry base.
- Rajnath Singh approved reforms aligning Indian Coast Guard standards with the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force.
- The Indian Coast Guard is operating in Porbandar, establishing a base and transporting a patient for specialized medical care at Asha Hospital.
- Rescue operation underway in Ahmedabad, Central Gujarat, involving the Indian Coast Guard, Army, and local police.
- Multi-agency rescue operations are underway in flood-affected areas of Gujarat, involving the Coast Guard, IAF, and Army.
- Rescue and relief operations are underway in Valsad, Gujarat, following severe weather.
- Multi-agency rescue operations are underway in flood-affected areas of Gujarat, involving the Coast Guard, IAF, and Army.
- Search operations are currently underway following the disappearance of fishermen near Visakhapatnam, involving the Indian Coast Guard.
- A boat tragedy occurred in the South 24 Parganas district of West Bengal, leading to a joint search operation for a missing trawler and the announcement of ex-gratia payments.
- India and Australia expanded their strategic partnership through trade and coordinated maritime surveillance.
- Australia and India deepen bilateral maritime cooperation through a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
- A vessel ran aground near Manori Island off the Mumbai coast, with monitoring by the Indian Coast Guard and response from the Directorate General of Shipping.
- Coordinated maritime rescue efforts are underway to evacuate an injured sailor from an Indian vessel.
June 2026
8 events- The Indian Coast Guard conducted operations off the coast of Mangaluru on June 29, 2026.
- A boat was made and registered in Udupi, Karnataka, and now operates in the waters off the coast of Karnataka.
- The Indian Coast Guard assisted a vessel that was in distress and bound for the Maldives.
- Coast Guard operates off Tamil Nadu coast.
- Pramod Sawant met with Narendra Modi to discuss national service, coinciding with a Coast Guard operational review for disaster management.
- Indian Coast Guard appealed to the UN to declare International Day of Yoga while protecting Maharashtra's coastline.
- IAF, Indian Coast Guard, and Indian Navy participated in a joint anti-hijacking exercise overseen by the State government at Chennai International Airport.
- A new facility, IRMC, was commissioned on May 28, 2026, for Chennai's flood management, located within the Indian Coast Guard campus.