Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR exercise commenced
to reaffirm maritime security commitment
¨ Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR
exercise commenced to reaffirm maritime security commitment.
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The second edition of the
Indian Ocean Ship (IOS) SAGAR was inaugurated on 16 March to reaffirm India’s
commitment to collaborative maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region.
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SAGAR builds on India’s
long-standing maritime cooperation efforts and is guided by the government’s
vision of Security and Growth for All in the Region.
¨ The exercise also
contributes to the broader framework of Mutual and Holistic Advancement for
Security Across the Regions (MAHASAGAR).
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The initiative is
designed to allow naval personnel from Friendly Foreign Countries to train and
sail together onboard an Indian Naval Ship.
¨ International participants are integrated into shipboard activities and professional training modules to enhance practical cooperation and interoperability.
¨ Shared understanding of maritime operations is promoted through joint exercises and collaborative onboard experiences.