Personnel from the National Security Guard (NSG) and the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) carried out a joint training exercise at Belapur, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, on November 15, 2026. The activity focused on coordination and readiness for security operations requiring a rapid response.
Hovercraft Used for Rapid Deployment
The exercise practised the rapid mobilisation and movement of personnel using hovercraft. NSG and ICG teams demonstrated coordinated deployment procedures, with an emphasis on swift response and cooperation between the two organisations.
The hovercraft provided a means of moving personnel in a maritime setting, supporting the exercise’s focus on timely deployment and joint response in coastal environments.
Strengthening Inter-Agency Coordination
The training brought together the NSG, a specialised counter-terrorism force, and the Indian Coast Guard, which is responsible for maritime security and coastal surveillance. The exercise underscored the value of interoperability between the two organisations.
Such joint activities can help agencies practise coordination and maintain operational readiness for emerging security challenges. The exercise concluded with the motto, “Together We Train, Together We Respond,” expressing both forces’ shared commitment to strengthening India’s security response capabilities.
