The Indian Ocean, uniquely named for a single nation, has long been the pathway of India’s civilisational outreach and is a reflection of India’s enduring maritime identity. India and the Indian Ocean: Shaping Pathways for Peace and Security, edited by Anurag Bisen and Esha Banerji, presents a timely exploration of India’s maritime vision and its engagement in the region. Bringing together practitioners and scholars, this volume examines how India’s SAGAR and the MAHASAGAR Vision, rooted in its civilisational ethos and ancient seafaring traditions, can be operationalised to foster cooperative governance, strengthen regional architectures and safeguard shared maritime commons.