On Friday, the Indian Coast Guard will hold a large-scale Search and Rescue (SAR) workshop off the coast of Paradip. Under the direction of the Coast Guard Commander, the exercise aims to improve joint operational readiness and strengthen coastal safety.
Teams from the State Search and Rescue unit reportedly took an active part in the event, which aimed to enhance coordination between the Coast Guard and state agencies during disaster operations. The exercise showed how both teams would work together to neutralize threats and conduct rescue operations in the event of a maritime emergency. According to the sources, participants also received training on how to recognize and intercept dangerous elements in the ocean.

OTV Executive Editor Radhamadhab Mishra shared information on the workshop from Offshore Patrol Vessel Vijaya, stating that the Indian Coast Guard is in charge of defending the country's maritime borders and guaranteeing security at sea, in the same way that the Indian Army protects the country's land borders.
He clarified that the Coast Guard unit stationed in Paradip is part of the Eastern Region and keeps an eye on the area between Paradip Port and Haldia Port. The Coast Guard is essential to surveillance and interception because of the regular cases of Bangladeshi infiltration, smuggling through waterways, and fishermen inadvertently crossing the International Maritime Boundary Line.
Many fisherman who float over the Bangladesh border are recovered and returned by Coast Guard crews; the border is around 150 nautical miles from Paradip.

The Indian Coast Guard plays a vital role in search and rescue operations, maritime law enforcement, pollution control, and protecting fishermen and coastal communities in addition to anti-smuggling activities.