Ocean Gold Konkan Offshore Sailing Regatta Set to Make a Splash on India’s West Coast

The Ocean Gold Konkan Offshore Sailing Regatta is making waves as a landmark event in India’s sailing calendar.

Event Overview
- Dates: December 8–12, 2025
- Route: From the Gateway of India (Mumbai) to Goa, with a heritage stop at Vijaydurg Fort.
- Distance: 222 nautical miles along the rugged Konkan coastline.
- Participants: Eight keelboats and two Seabird boats, crewed by some of India’s finest sailors.
- Notable Sailors:
- Cdr. Dilip Donde (Retd.) – India’s first solo circumnavigator.
- LtCdr. Dilna Devadas and LtCdr. Roopa Alagirisamy – Indian Navy officers.

Highlights
- Kick-off: Registration and skippers’ briefing at the Royal Bombay Yacht Club on December 7.
- Race Start: Seabird class begins December 8; keelboats start December 9.
- Goa Rendezvous: Includes Seabird fleet racing and a keelboat day race around Grande Island.
- Prize Ceremony: Scheduled for December 13 at Dona Paula, Goa.

Significance
- Supported by the Indian Navy, Coast Guard, and state tourism departments, ensuring safety and access to key coastal locations.
- A dedicated media program will capture the action, showcasing the thrill of offshore sailing.
- Organizers aim to blend competition with coastal exploration, making it both a sporting and cultural experience.

This regatta is poised to become a signature event for Indian offshore sailing, combining endurance racing with heritage tourism.