Maritime India @ Net Zero Day 1 14 January 2026 DG Shipping’s Thematic Address | Maritime INDIA @ Net Zero 2026 “Maritime INDIA @ Net Zero” – National Green Shipping Policy (NGSP): Multi-Ministerial Action Plan and Governance Workshop was held on 14–15 January 2026 at India

नमस्ते सदा वत्सले… 🙏 संघ प्रार्थना केवल शब्दों का उच्चारण नहीं, वह संस्कार, साधना और राष्ट्रभाव की जीवंत अभिव्यक्ति है। शंकर महादेवन और हरीश भिमानी के स्वर इसे सुनने का नहीं, अनुभव करने का विषय बना देते हैं।RSS Shankar Mahadevan Vishva Hindu Parishad -VHP Mohan Bhagwat #RSS #SanghParivar

लोकतांत्रिक भावना केवल हमारी शासन-व्यवस्था नहीं, वह हमारी रगों में बहती चेतना, हमारे मन की सोच और हमारे संस्कारों की आत्मा है। यही संस्कार हमें हमारे जीवंत लोकतंत्र से प्राप्त हुए हैं— यही भारत की असली ताकत है। — प्रधानमंत्री Narendra Modi का संदेश PMO India

ASSRGWA delegation led by Shri Vidhyadhar Rane met NSB Chairperson Shri Sameer Kumar Khare, IAS (Retd.), to discuss labour issues in ship recycling and Hong Kong Convention implementation at Alang. Ms Pallavi Mansingh, ILO India, was present.

🌊 Welcome to the Milap ITF Seafarers Expo – India’s First Ever! Join us from January 29th to 31st, 2026, for this historic 3-day event organized by ITF & Seafarers Trust. This expo brings together DG Shipping, top shipping companies, maritime training institutes, international

On National Girl Child Day, the Directorate General of Shipping celebrates the strength, potential, and aspirations of every girl child. We remain committed to promoting education, equality, safety, and opportunities that enable girls to grow with confidence and dignity.

On India’s 77th #RepublicDay, we reaffirm our commitment to #MaritimeIndiaVision2030—sailing towards prosperity, sustainability, and a #ViksitBharat. Jai Hind! 🇮🇳

Seafarer welfare took centre stage at the MILAAP–ITF Seafarers Expo 2026 in Mumbai. Government, unions & industry came together to strengthen wellbeing, dignity and rights. ⚓

India’s Blue Economy is going green. Green Hydrogen hubs at Deendayal, VOC and Paradip Ports signal a decisive shift towards clean maritime growth. VOC Port has already commissioned India’s first port-based Green Hydrogen pilot project.

A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Ganpat University and the Directorate General of Shipping (DG Shipping), Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, to establish a collaborative framework for the organization and conduct of the National

NSB’s Empowered Committee met in Mumbai under Shri Sameer Kumar Khare, IAS (Retd.), to discuss shipbuilding, coastal shipping, logistics efficiency, skilling, green fuels and future maritime technologies. ⚓

A long-pursued vision has come true. From advocacy since 2021 to delivery in #UnionBudget2026–27, India will now make its own containers. Proud to have played a pivotal role in this journey as an National Shipping Board (NSB) Member. Gratitude to Hon’ble PM Narendra Modi ji and Sarbananda Sonowal

A long-standing policy demand has finally been fulfilled. The Coastal Cargo Promotion Scheme provides the right incentive framework to enable a sustained modal shift from road & rail to waterways. As a coastal entrepreneur and Member, National Shipping Board (NSB), I see this as a critical reform

यह केवल एक MoU नहीं है — भारत की समुद्री आत्मनिर्भरता की औपचारिक शुरुआत है SCI + CONCOR + JNPA + VoCPA + CPA + SMFCL का साथ आना बताता है कि अब ship • port • rail • finance एक ही दिशा में चलेंगे। Bharat Container Shipping Line (BCSL) भारत को foreign dependence से निकालकर

Chairperson, NSB visits Jakhau Port; holds key discussions on coastal shipping, port development & security with maritime stakeholders.

NSB Chairman, Sameer Kumar Khare (IAS Retd.) visited Mandavi Wooden Ship Builders Association with MMD Kandla & GMB. Talks focused on finance inclusion, insurance, heritage status & skill upgradation. The team also reviewed works at Mandavi Lighthouse & GMB infrastructure.

NSB Chair Shri Sameer Kumar Khare (IAS Retd.) visited Kandla Port, engaged with crew, pilots & dock workers and reviewed jetty operations. He met MMD & GMC officials on CSR with DPA & attended the Gujarat Star Awards. Accompanied by NSB Member Rahul Modi & PO MMD Santosh Darorkar

NSB Chair Shri Sameer Kumar Khare (IAS Retd.) met Morbi stakeholders on Navlakhi Port dredging, dedicated jetties & connectivity; later discussed immigration, shipbuilding support & heritage status for traditional sailing vessels.