Indian Coast Guard:
Prime Minister of India recently extended greetings to the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) on its 50th Raising Day.
- It is a maritime armed force operating under the Ministry of Defence, Government of India.
- t is a multi-mission organization, conducting round-the-year real-life operations at sea.
- It was envisioned to address emerging maritime challenges and safeguard India’s expanding marine interests.
- It was formally established by the Coast Guard Act, 1978 as an independent Armed force of India.
- The Headquarters of the ICG is located in New Delhi, and is under the command of the Director General Indian Coast Guard.
- Moto: “VAYAM RAKSHAMAH” – WE PROTECT
- Mission:
- To protect our ocean and offshore wealth, including oil, fish, and minerals.
- To assist mariners in distress and safeguard life and property at sea.
- To enforce maritime laws with respect to the sea, poaching, smuggling, and narcotics.
- To preserve the marine environment and ecology and protect rare species.
- To collect scientific data and back up the Navy during war.
