India, Feb. 1 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:

Indian Coast Guard (ICG) celebrated its 49th Raising Day on February 01, 2025, marking nearly five decades of dedicated service to the nation. On the occasion, the President, Vice-President, Prime Minister and Raksha Mantri have extended their heartfelt congratulations to ICG, recognising its remarkable achievements and significant role in safeguarding India's maritime interests. To mark the day, ICG's Director General Paramesh Sivamani laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi and paid homage to the bravehearts who laid down their lives in the service of the nation.

From its humble beginnings in 1977 with just seven surface platforms, the ICG has grow...