Indian Coast Guard Tests Coastal Security Readiness In Maharashtra, Goa During Sagar Kavach-02/26 Exercise
Mumbai, October 1, 2026: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted the conjoined coastal security exercise, Sagar Kavach-02/26, along the coastlines of Maharashtra and Goa on Wednesday and Thursday. The two-day exercise rigorously tested the region's coastal security apparatus and evaluated multi-agency readiness against maritime contingencies, witnessing the active participation of over 4,800…
In a significant exercise, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) evaluated coastal security readiness in Maharashtra and Goa during Sagar Kavach-02/26, held from October 1st to 2nd, 2026. The two-day operation involved over 4,800 personnel from various agencies, including the Indian Navy, state police, intelligence agencies, customs, and anti-terrorism squads.
On Thursday, Maharashtra Chief Secretary Rajesh Aggarwal inspected the exercise's progress at Mumbai's Girgaon beach, witnessing a joint operational demonstration by the National Security Guard and the Coast Guard Rapid Reaction Team. The exercise simulated coordinated attacks and infiltrations across coastal locations like Revdanda, Palghar, Alibaug, Goa, and various landing points.
A key highlight was a specialized joint tactical drill at Mazgaon Dockyard Limited, aimed at neutralizing simulated hostile threats to critical maritime infrastructure. The exercise demonstrated the seamless integration of maritime and aerial assets, showcasing the robust multi-layered security network established by the participating agencies.
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