RRU_SICMSS

Seeking excellence in the areas Maritime Law and coastal security with one of its kind course in Maritime law & Security

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A step forward in connecting history, culture, and security studies to strengthen India’s maritime future.

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#marinearchaeology
#nationalsecurity

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Bridging India’s Maritime Past with Its Security Future

@RakshaUni and @NMHC_Lothal, @shipmin_india have signed an MoU to advance maritime education, research, and heritage collaboration.

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🔹 Joint academic programmes & training modules
🔹 Research on India’s maritime legacy & underwater archaeology
🔹 Faculty & student exchange programmes
🔹 Joint seminars, workshops & conferences
🔹 Public awareness on India’s maritime heritage

[RRU_SICMSS @sicmss]

The programme was inaugurated by DIG SSN Bajpai, Commander, Coast Guard, District Headquarter No. 1

This programme aims to strengthen the officers' understanding of emerging maritime security and fostering excellence in maritime safety, security and governance

[RRU_SICMSS @sicmss]

@RakshaUni inaugurated the Training Programme on Integrated Coastal & Maritime Security and Ocean Awareness marking the beginning of an enriching learning journey for officers of the @IndiaCoastGuard

[Randhir Jaiswal @MEAIndia]

A significant milestone.

India’s candidate, Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel, has been elected Judge of the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) for the term 2026–35.

We thank all member states for their trust in India and congratulate Prof. Patel and all eminent members elected to the Tribunal.

[India at UN, NY @IndiaUNNewYork]

Congratulations to Prof. Dr. Bimal N. Patel for being elected as Judge of the International Tribunal of the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) in New York today. His election takes forward India’s enduring commitment to multilateralism and Law of the Sea.

Thank all member states for their support and applaud all candidates for their vision and commitment to UNCLOS.

Wish him the best in this new role.

[RRU_SICMSS @sicmss]

"From climate crises to geopolitical strategy-Earth Observation is redefining how nations see, predict, and respond to a changing world." Dr. Subhajit B. @SISSP_RRU @ITECnetwork @RakshaUni

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@SouthAsianUni @AsianJofLS @TWAILReview @opiniojuris @RakshaUni @rru_cil

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Raising global capacity for promoting equity-rooted and rule-based international order.

Honoured to welcome our distinguished speaker Dr. Srinivas Burra for the ITEC programme on Fundamentals of International Law and Security.

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[RRU_SICMSS @sicmss]

@RakshaUni, SICMSS contributed to the international workshop organised by @narcoticsbureau , New Delhi, for Colombo Security Conclave member nations through an expert session. The engagement highlighted RRU’s commitment towards maritime security , international academic outreach.

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As part of the MAHASAGAR Academy, Rashtriya Raksha University organized an visit on 24 April 2026 to the National Maritime Heritage Complex and the historic Lothal Archaeological Site.

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IMU–RRU Collaboration Strengthens Maritime Vision @IMU_HQ @RakshaUni
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The Vice Chancellor of Indian Maritime University participated in a high-level meeting with the Vice Chancellor of Rashtriya Raksha University on 21 April 2026, following the inauguration of the MAHASAGAR Academy at RRU, Gandhinagar.

As part of the engagement, the Vice Chancellor delivered a Distinguished Guest of Honour Lecture at MAHASAGAR Academy 2026, reinforcing IMU’s role in advancing maritime education, research, and strategic capacity building.

Discussions focused on strengthening institutional collaboration through joint academic programmes, research initiatives, faculty exchange, and specialised training in areas such as marine informatics, maritime law, marine insurance, and maritime security. The collaboration also envisions structured programmes, case-based research, and skill development initiatives aligned with national priorities.

This partnership reflects a shared commitment towards MAHASAGAR Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions, contributing to India’s evolving maritime ecosystem. ⚓

[Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) @RakshaUni]

The Valedictory Session of MAHASAGAR Academy 2026 marked the successful culmination of an enriching programme on maritime law, security, and governance.

The session concluded with an expression of sincere gratitude to the Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Director Mahasagar Academy, Chief Mentor and Centre Head, RCIOLS, Pro Vice Chancellor, University Dean, Registrar, Senior Management of RRU, Indian Maritime University, distinguished speakers, organising team, and all participants for their invaluable support in advancing the shared vision of MAHASAGAR.

Building on this momentum, MAHASAGAR Academy continues to envision its mission of fostering strategic understanding, capacity building, and collaborative engagement in maritime security and governance, contributing to a secure and resilient maritime domain.

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Deliberations on Day 3 examined key dimensions of contemporary maritime security, including piracy and armed robbery in Asia through the ReCAAP framework, the legal regime of innocent passage under UNCLOS, and the UNODC’s interdiction-to-conviction approach.

[Rashtriya Raksha University (RRU) @RakshaUni]

Day 2 of MAHASAGAR Academy

Linking India’s ancient maritime legacy with future readiness, Dr. Malini V. Shankar, Vice Chancellor, IMU, called for a renewed national maritime consciousness anchored in capability and innovation.

She highlighted that advancing shipbuilding capacity and developing indigenous marine engines are central to achieving Atmanirbharta.

Beyond self-reliance and employment generation, she noted, a strong domestic shipbuilding ecosystem will elevate India’s strategic and economic standing as a trusted global maritime partner.

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Day 2 | MAHASAGAR Academy

Continuing the academic discourse on the 2nd day of the MAHASAGAR Academy, Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel engaged with the cohort on “MAHASAGAR and UNCLOS: Collective Stewardship for Safe, Secure and Sustainable Ocean Governance.” He highlighted the contribution of the international community and underscored the importance of ocean governance founded upon mutual respect, collective responsibility, and shared stewardship.

Aligning the Academy with the vision of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, he emphasised the active role of UNCLOS and its institutions, including ITLOS, ISA and IMO, along with other institutions and frameworks such as ATCM, the Arctic Council and RFMOs, in advancing the 21st-century maritime doctrine of MAHASAGAR. He further noted that such efforts contribute to the vision of Viksit Bharat as a Vishwamitra, with institutions such as Rashtriya Raksha University playing a meaningful role in the maritime domain.

Rashtriya Raksha University continues to emerge as a trusted and distinctive platform dedicated to the development of national, regional and international maritime experts, professionals and practitioners. Through its unique mandate and active contribution to legal and policy development, capacity building at the national, regional and international levels, and extensive research in maritime security, maritime law and polar law governance, the University is steadily strengthening knowledge, leadership and institutional excellence in the maritime sector.

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Day 2 | MAHASAGAR Academy

The second day of the MAHASAGAR Academy brought together a rich spectrum of maritime thought through the sessions of Prof. Malini Shankar, Vice Chancellor, IMU; Prof. (Dr.) Bimal N. Patel, Vice Chancellor, RRU and Prof. James Kraska, Professor, US Naval War College. Together, the deliberations connected ocean governance, indigenous shipbuilding, maritime capacity building and contemporary legal-strategic challenges. The discourse reflected both depth of scholarship and practical relevance for the evolving maritime order.

Collectively, the sessions offered a balanced and intellectually compelling perspective on the future of the oceans grounded in homegrown industry, continuous legal policy development, and study and analysis of strategy for better orientation towards national and global responsibility.

From shared stewardship under UNCLOS to Atmanirbharta in shipbuilding and the legal complexities of present-day maritime tensions, Day 2 advanced a holistic vision of safe, secure and sustainable ocean governance.
It reaffirmed the MAHASAGAR Academy as a meaningful platform for balanced leadership, capacity building and development in the maritime domain.

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[Directorate General of Shipping, Govt. of India @dgshipping_IN]

The 1st edition of Mahasagar Academy 2026 was held at Rashtriya Raksha University, Gujarat, as a platform for capacity building, knowledge exchange and policy dialogue on maritime security and governance, aligned with the vision of MAHASAGAR – Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.

Shri Satish D. Kamath, Principal Officer (I/c), Mercantile Marine Department Kandla, represented the Directorate General of Shipping at the programme and graced the occasion as Guest of Honour.

During the programme, he addressed the participants and shared insights on maritime governance and regulatory frameworks, reflecting the role of DG Shipping in strengthening India’s maritime ecosystem and contributing to governance in the Indian Ocean Region.

The engagement aligns with ongoing efforts towards strengthening institutional capacity, advancing maritime legal frameworks and supporting India’s role as a responsible maritime nation.

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