How Indian Coast Guard became Bharat's invisible shield

How Indian Coast Guard became Bharat's invisible shield

Motto of Indoan Coast Guard is “Vayayam Rakshamah” (Sanskrit for “We Protect”). It’s deeply rooted in our tradition of respecting Varuna Devta

Indian Coast Guard: Sentinels of the Sea

Raising Day – 1 February By Addl DG AK Harbola (Retd) The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) celebrates its Raising Day on 1 February. Raised on 1 February 1977 as an interim organisation, it is the fourth ‘uniformed’ armed force under the control of the Ministry of Defence. Commencing operations with two old frigates and five seaward defence boats of the Navy, the ICG today has a fleet of 155 ships and 78 aircraft, and is expanding. The organisation is g…

We celebrate 50 years of watch over our waters: Indian Coast Guard chief

New Delhi, Feb 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Indian Coast Guard Director General Paramesh Sivamani extended his greetings to all ranks of the force, veterans and their families, on the 50th Raising Day, recognising their tireless service and sacrifice. The IGC is celebrating its 50th Raising Day on Sunday, marking five decades of dedicated service in safeguarding the nation's maritime interests. In his Raising Day message, the Director General said, "Where…

PM Modi greets Indian Coast Guard on its raising day

New Delhi, Feb 1 (PTI) Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Sunday greeted the Indian Coast Guard on its raising day and said its unwavering commitment to maritime security, swift disaster response and protection of the country's marine ecosystem is commendable.The Indian Coast Guard was raised on this day in 1977 with an aim to protect India's ocean and offshore wealth, including oil, fish and minerals, to assist mariners in distress and safeguard l…

'Source of pride': Prez Murmu wishes Indian Coast Guard...

President Droupadi Murmu extended greetings to the Indian Coast Guard on the occasion of its 50th Raising Day and hailed the force's crucial role in safeguarding the country's maritime...