Govt ensures Safety and Welfare of Indian Seafarers amid ongoing Maritime Challenges

NEW DELHI: The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), in close coordination with the Ministry of External Affairs, Indian Missions abroad, and maritime stakeholders, continues to actively safeguard the welfare of Indian seafarers while ensuring uninterrupted maritime operations, said Mr. Mukesh Mangal, Additional Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways on Friday.

As part of its ongoing efforts, the Government has confirmed that all Indian seafarers in the affected region are safe. Importantly, no incidents involving Indian-flagged vessels have been reported in the past 24 hours, reflecting the effectiveness of the monitoring and response framework in place.

The Directorate General of Shipping’s dedicated control room remains fully operational and responsive. Since its activation, the control room has handled 6,727 calls and over 13,900 emails, including 147 calls and 276 emails in the last 24 hours alone, demonstrating the scale and efficiency of assistance being provided.

In a continued effort to support Indian seafarers, the Government has successfully facilitated the repatriation of over 2,400 seafarers to date, including 30 individuals who returned safely from the Gulf region in the last 24 hours.

The Government of India remains steadfast in its commitment to ensuring the safety, security, and well-being of Indian seafarers across the globe, while maintaining the resilience and continuity of maritime trade.