India, Oct. 8 -- The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted the 12th National Maritime Search and Rescue Exercise (SAREX-2026) off Paradip, Odisha, on October 8 under the aegis of the National Maritime Search and Rescue Board (NMSARB).

Held under the theme "Leveraging Technology to Strengthen SAR Preparedness and Maritime Safety", the exercise brought together maritime and aeronautical agencies to demonstrate operational readiness, interoperability and coordinated response capabilities during mass rescue operations at sea.

As many as 32 observers from 30 countries also participated in the exercise, marking a significant step towards strengthening international cooperation in maritime search and rescue. Their participation facilitated the ex...