# Indian maritime leadership conferences

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/indian-maritime-leadership-conferences
> Updated: 2026-09-28T11:30:27.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2.

In September 2026, Indian maritime leadership convened high-level conferences in New Delhi to address strategic and operational priorities.

The Indian Coast Guard held its 43rd Commanders Conference to discuss maritime security, capacity building, and infrastructure development. The event emphasized the ‘Make in India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ initiatives to promote the indigenization of technology and equipment.

Following this, the Indian Navy conducted its second Commanders Conference of the year. Leadership focused on India’s responsibilities in the Indian Ocean Region and ‘Operation Energy Security’ regarding conflicts in West Asia. The Navy highlighted the adoption of advanced technologies, such as Artificial Intelligence and autonomous systems, while promoting inter-service synergy and the pillars of jointness, self-reliance, and innovation.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-28: Indian Navy holds Commanders Conference in New Delhi

The Indian Navy is holding a Commanders Conference in New Delhi to review maritime security, energy security, and operational readiness, with a focus on advanced technology and inter-service synergy.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-navy-holds-commanders-conference-in-new-delhi

### 2026-09-17: Indian Coast Guard holds 43rd Commanders Conference in New Delhi

The 43rd Indian Coast Guard Commanders Conference began in New Delhi, focusing on maritime security, operational readiness, and the indigenization of technology through ‘Make in India’ initiatives.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/indian-coast-guard-holds-43rd-commanders-conference-in-new-delhi

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