INS Sunayna Flagged as SAGAR Ship on Maritime Day

Why in the News ?

On National Maritime Day, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off INS Sunayna as the Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR from Karwar Naval Base. This marks the 10th anniversary of the SAGAR initiative, highlighting India’s commitment to maritime security and regional cooperation.

INS Sunayna Flagged as SAGAR Ship on Maritime Day

India Strengthens Maritime Diplomacy:

  • Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh flagged off INS Sunayna as the Indian Ocean Ship SAGAR at Karwar Naval Base, Karnataka.
  • The event coincided with National Maritime Day and marked the 10th anniversary of the SAGAR initiative.
  • The ship’s mission aligns with India’s growing role in ensuring maritime peace, security, and regional cooperation.

INS Sunayna’s Strategic Role

  • INS Sunayna, now designated as the SAGAR ship, will serve as a platform for naval diplomacy, humanitarian assistance, and disaster relief missions.
  • Rajnath Singh highlighted that the ship embodies India’s maritime vision, reflecting commitment to peace, prosperity, and collective maritime security.
  • This initiative reinforces India’s position as a net security provider in the Indian Ocean, fostering trust and cooperation among neighboring nations.

SAGAR: Vision for Regional Maritime Cooperation

●      SAGAR stands for Security and Growth for All in the Region, an initiative launched in 2015.

●      It symbolizes India’s strategic outreach and cooperative framework with countries in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR).

●      The initiative aims to promote economic and security cooperation, enhance maritime connectivity, and ensure a rules-based maritime order.