Sea Vigil-24: India's Largest Coastal Defence Exercise
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Sea Vigil-24 (Fourth Edition of Coastal Defence Exercise) |
| Dates | November 20-21, 2024 |
| Scope | Covers 11,098 km coastline and 2.4 million sq km Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) |
| Participants | 6 Government ministries, 21 organizations, Indian Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marine Police, Customs, Fisheries, and other agencies |
| Preparation | CDSRE phase began in late October with audits across coastal states, Union Territories, Lakshadweep, and Andaman & Nicobar Islands |
| New Participation | National Security Council Secretariat joins the CDSRE phase for the first time |
| Focus Areas | Safeguarding ports, oil rigs, Single Point Moorings, Cable Landing Points, and other critical infrastructure |
| Scale | Involvement of multiple defense forces (Army, Air Force, Navy), ships, and aircraft |
| Objective | Enhance coastal security and test readiness of India's coastal security framework |