Indian Coast Guard Day 2026

Date

1 February

Significance

50th Raising Day of the Indian Coast Guard.

Established

1 February 1977

Legal Basis

Coast Guard Act, 1978

Ministry

Ministry of Defence

Role

• Maritime Security
• Anti-smuggling
• Search & Rescue
• Coastal Surveillance
• Environmental Protection

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