Exercise Sea Vigil-26

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The fifth edition of the Pan-India Coastal Defence Exercise, Sea Vigil-26, commenced on 16 November 2026 and will continue until 19 November 2026.

About Sea Vigil-26

• It covers India’s entire coastline and Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ).
• Participation includes all Coastal States and Union Territories.
• It involves maritime stakeholders, including fishing and coastal communities.
• The Indian Navy is the lead coordinating agency.

Phases of the Exercise

1. Coastal Defence and Security Readiness Evaluation Phase (16–17 November): Evaluates coastal defence arrangements and security preparedness.
2. Sea Phase (18–19 November): Focuses on maritime security operations at sea.

Background

• Exercise Sea Vigil was conceptualised in 2018.
• It aims to validate measures introduced to strengthen India’s maritime security following the 26/11 Mumbai terror attacks (2008).

Source: PIB

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