Licensees shall release and save harmless the people of the State of New York from any and all damages, claims for damages or suits that may arise or occur directly or indirectly as a result of any operation carried on under and pursuant to said license. Licensees shall release the State from any and all claims, damages and/or rights of action which shall accrue to the licensee or any of its employees or agents that may arise or occur directly or indirectly as a result of any operation carried on under or pursuant to said license. Licensee at his own expense shall defend any and all suits against the State of New York which may be brought by third parties as a result of any operation carried on pursuant to or in accordance with the terms of such license.