Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav released implementation guidelines for the mission, which succeeds NCM 1.0 and covers coastal and marine ecosystem conservation until 2030-31.

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• Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav launched the implementation guidelines of the National Coastal Mission 2.0 (NCM 2.0) on September 30, 2026.
• NCM 2.0 has an approved outlay of Rs 767 crore for the period from 2025-26 to 2030-31.
• The new mission subsumes NCM 1.0, which was implemented from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
• NCM 1.0 supported conservation of mangroves and coral reefs, research in coastal and marine ecosystems, and sustainable development of beaches.
• The second phase aims to provide a comprehensive framework for conservation and sustainable management of India's coastal and marine ecosystems.
• The guidelines promote a whole-of-government approach, streamline processes, clarify institutional responsibilities and strengthen monitoring of mission activities.
• Yadav said the mission will strengthen coastal resilience through vulnerability assessments, ecosystem restoration, pollution management and biodiversity conservation.
• It will also cover sustainable tourism, spatial planning, research and capacity building, the minister said.
• Mission activities will be implemented in coastal states and Union Territories, covering the country's diverse coastal and marine ecosystems.
• The minister said the clear implementation framework would also promote ease of doing business.
• The National Coastal Mission was launched in 2014 under India's National Action Plan on Climate Change and is implemented by MoEFCC.