SAGAR Doctrine (Security and Growth for All in the Region)
SAGAR is India's strategic maritime doctrine for the Indian Ocean Region (IOR), articulated by the Prime Minister during a visit to Mauritius in March 2015. It represents India's vision of positioning itself as a responsible, collaborative, and security-providing power across the Indian Ocean littoral.
- Announced: March 2015, Mauritius.
- "SAGAR" also means "ocean" or "sea" across several Indian languages.
- Five pillars: (1) safety and security of Indian mainland and island territories; (2) deepening economic and security cooperation with maritime neighbours and island states; (3) collective action and multilateral cooperation; (4) sustainable development for all IOR states; (5) increased maritime engagement with regional partners.
- Guided by the philosophy of "Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam" (The world is one family, from the Maha Upanishad).
● Tracked since February 15, 2026 · last seen September 09, 2026 · updates as the daily brief publishes
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