New Delhi, Dec. 31 -- The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) conducted the 10th edition of the National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-X) in conjunction with the 27th National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan (NOSDCP) and Preparedness Meeting from 5-6 October 2025, off the coast of Chennai, Tamil Nadu. The two day event saw active participation from central ministries, coastal state governments, major ports, oil handling agencies and maritime organisations. It also hosted over 100 national delegates and more than 40 foreign observers from 32 countries, highlighting its growing international relevance in the domain of marine pollution response.

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