India hosted the first edition of “Sagarmanthan: The Great Oceans Dialogue” to discuss growing opportunities and associated responsibilities for the growth of its maritime sector. This crucial maritime thought leadership summit was the largest maritime forum of the South Asia region which was held on November 18-19, 2024, in New Delhi. It was organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Government of India in association with the Observer Research Foundation (ORF). The forum brought together representatives from over 60 countries to deliberate on the sustainable evolution of India’s maritime sector.