Mission Sagar 2026

1. Mission Sagar helped India position itself as a dependable, friendly and trustable partner during times of disaster and distress. 

1. It helped in deepening of diplomatic relationship with various maritime countries. 

1. The mission helped in strengthening economic and maritime security cooperation. 

1. The main advantage was countering increasing influence of China in the Indian Ocean Region by building strong bilateral ties with neighbouring maritime nations. 

1. It enhanced India’s position as a first responder and security provider. 

Difference between SAGAR and Mission Sagar

‘SAGAR’ is a policy doctrine aimed at long-term cooperation in the IOR for maritime security whereas ‘Mission Sagar’ is a time-bound disaster relief operation launched under the greater vision of SAGAR to help neighboring countries. 

Objectives of Mission Sagar 

There were two objectives of Mission Sagar. They were: 

• Provide humanitarian assistance to aid maritime neighbours. 
• Realise the aim to deepen cooperation in the areas of economy and security. 

Editions of Mission Sagar 

There have been nine editions of Mission Sagar since the launch in May 2020. They are: 

Mission Sagar I 

1. First edition of Mission Sagar was launched on 10 May 2020. 

1. INS Kesari shipped 580 tons of food and medical items to Mauritius, Seychelles, Madagascar, Comoros, and La Reunion. 

Mission Sagar II 

1. Second edition of Mission Sagar was launched in October 2020. 

1. The Indian Naval ship, INS Airavat delivered270 tons of essential items to Sudan, South Sudan, Eritrea and Djibouti. 

1. It was aimed at strengthening relationship with East African countries as they surround a crucial Red Sea and Suez Canal trade route area. 

Mission Sagar III 

1. Third edition of Mission Sagar was launched in December 2020. 

1. INS Kiltan transported 15 tons of disaster relief to Cambodia and Vietnam. 

1. This mission showcased to Southeast Asian countries that India is a reliable and friendly partner during times of distress. 

Mission Sagar IV 

1. Fourth edition of Mission Sagar was launched in March 2021. 

1. INS Jalashwa was used to deliver 1000 metric tons of rice to Comoros and Port Anjouan. 

1. It had also provided the countries with medical supplies. 

Mission Sagar V 

1. Fifth edition took place in August 2021. 

1. INS Airavat reached Indonesia with 100 metric tons of liquid medical oxygen (LMO) and 300 oxygen concentrators. 

Mission Sagar VI 

1. Sixth edition was launched in August 2021. 

1. INS Shakti reached Sri Lanka with 100 metric tons of LMO during Covid-19. 

Mission Sagar VII 

1. The seventh edition of Mission Sagar took place in September 2021. 

1. INS Savitri left India with 2 mobile oxygen plants and transported it to Bangladesh. 

Mission Sagar VIII 

1. Eighth mission was held in December 2021. 

1. Mozambique was provided with 500 metric tons of food aid and interceptor craft. INS Kesari transported it to Mozambique. 

Mission Sagar IX  

1. The ninth edition of Mission Sagar held in April 2022. 

1. INS Gharial transported 760 kgs of 107 types of critical lifesaving medicines to Sri Lanka.