ICG conducts two-day coastal security exercise Sagar Kavach along Maharashtra and Goa coastline

The Indian Coast Guard conducted the Coastal Security Exercise Sagar Kavach-02/25 along the Maharashtra and Goa coastline from November 19-20, 2025. The activity demonstrated coordinated efforts among multiple agencies, operational preparedness and the ability to address maritime security situations, including threats posed by Anti-National Elements targeting critical coastal areas. The two-day exercise involved more than 6,000 personnel, over 115 sea and air assets and a range of central and state agencies, ports and coastal authorities.

The objective of the exercise was to evaluate the readiness of all participating entities in managing coastal security situations, preventing incidents affecting important coastal installations and reinforcing the multi-tiered Coastal Security Network. It was also intended to improve cooperation among central and state bodies engaged in coastal and maritime security. Various maritime and aerial platforms were involved, including ships from the Indian Navy and the Indian Coast Guard, ICG Dornier aircraft, Chetak helicopters and Air Cushion Vehicles. Marine Police boats, Customs and CISF craft and Maharashtra Maritime Board assets were also utilised, along with vessels from the Police and Fisheries Department, ensuring coordinated action across operational sectors.

The exercise contributed to improved interoperability, communication systems and coordination among security, intelligence and port management organisations. Participation from 19 central and 13 state agencies, along with one major port, 21 minor ports and district-level coastal authorities, facilitated extensive coverage of activities across both sea and land-based operations.