• In 2015, India unveiled it’s strategic vision for the Indian Ocean i.e. Security and Growth for All in the Region (SAGAR).

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• It is an increasing recognition of the increasing importance of maritime security, maritime commons and cooperation.
• Through SAGAR, India seeks to deepen economic and security cooperation with its               maritime neighbours and assist in building their maritime security capabilities.
• For this, India would cooperate on the exchange of information, coastal surveillance, building of infrastructure and strengthening their capabilities.
• SAGAR provides a mechanism for India to expand strategic partnerships with other IOR littorals in Asia and Africa.
• SAGAR indicates the leadership role and responsibilities India is ready to play in the region on a long-term basis in a transparent manner through its capacity building and capability enhancement programs.
• The key relevance of SAGAR emerges when seen in conjunction with India’s other policies impacting the maritime domain like Act East Policy, Project Sagarmala, Project Mausam, India as ‘net security provider’, focus on Blue Economy etc.
• This symbolises India’s maritime resurgence, as maritime issues are now centre of India’s foreign policy.
• With effective implementation of all these policies, India can act as an enabler to create a positive environment in the IOR.