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Coast Guard Chief Highlights AI, 26/11 Lessons and 2035 Vision at Conclave South
✍️ India Today
🗓 29 Sep 2026, 04:19 PM
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At the Conclave South, the Indian Coast Guard chief emphasized the role of artificial intelligence in bolstering maritime security, drawing lessons from the 26/11 attacks and outlining a 2035 vision for the force.
During the Conclave South held in Mumbai, the Indian Coast Guard chief addressed the gathering, stressing the growing importance of artificial intelligence in maritime security operations.
He recalled the 26/11 attacks as a pivotal moment that reshaped India’s security posture, urging the Coast Guard to adopt advanced surveillance and rapid response capabilities powered by AI.
Looking ahead, the chief outlined a 2035 vision for the force, which includes the deployment of autonomous vessels, enhanced cyber‑defence, and the establishment of dedicated AI research labs to keep pace with evolving threats.
He recalled the 26/11 attacks as a pivotal moment that reshaped India’s security posture, urging the Coast Guard to adopt advanced surveillance and rapid response capabilities powered by AI.
Looking ahead, the chief outlined a 2035 vision for the force, which includes the deployment of autonomous vessels, enhanced cyber‑defence, and the establishment of dedicated AI research labs to keep pace with evolving threats.