KOCHI: In a significant step towards strengthening digital governance and modernising administrative and legal processes in India’s major ports sector, the Adjudicatory Board for Major Ports (ABMP) formally launched its e-Filing Portal and released its User Manual at the Cochin Port Authority (CoPA), Kochi, on 29 October 2026.
The launch marks an important milestone in the adoption of technology-driven systems for improving the accessibility, transparency and efficiency of adjudicatory proceedings relating to the major ports sector. The newly introduced portal is designed to facilitate online filing of cases and support digital case management, offering stakeholders a more streamlined and accessible mechanism for interacting with the Adjudicatory Board.
The event was graced by Justice Ashish J. Desai, Hon’ble Presiding Officer of ABMP and former Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, along with Hon’ble Members Shri Chirravuri Viswanath and Dr. Sanjeev Ranjan. Shri Satish Honnakkatte, Deputy Chairperson, Cochin Port Authority, was also present during the occasion.
Dr. M. Angamuthu, IAS, Chairperson, Cochin Port Authority, Heads of Departments of CoPA and other stakeholders participated in the programme through video conferencing, reflecting the wider institutional participation and importance attached to the initiative.
User Manual Released to Facilitate Digital Adoption
A key highlight of the programme was the release of the User Manual, which provides step-by-step guidance on accessing and using the e-Filing Portal. The manual is intended to assist users in understanding the online filing procedures and navigating the various features of the digital platform for case submission and management.
The portal is expected to simplify the filing process by enabling users to submit cases electronically, reducing dependence on conventional physical documentation and facilitating more organised management of case-related information. It also aims to improve procedural convenience for stakeholders by providing a technology-enabled interface for filing and managing proceedings.
Strengthening Transparency and Institutional Efficiency
The introduction of the e-Filing Portal represents an important advancement in the digital transformation of governance within the major ports ecosystem. By integrating digital processes into adjudicatory procedures, the initiative seeks to promote greater transparency, improve accessibility and support more efficient handling of cases.
The move is also aligned with the broader Government of India’s emphasis on Digital India, paperless administration and technology-enabled public service delivery. The adoption of digital platforms in institutional and regulatory processes is expected to strengthen coordination among stakeholders while contributing to more efficient and accountable governance.
A Step Towards Modernising the Major Ports Sector
With the launch of the e-Filing Portal, the Adjudicatory Board for Major Ports has taken a progressive step towards modernising its case-filing and case-management framework. The initiative is expected to benefit stakeholders across the major ports sector by providing a more accessible, structured and efficient digital mechanism for adjudicatory processes.
The launch at Cochin Port Authority underscores the growing role of digital innovation in strengthening institutional frameworks and supporting a transparent, responsive and efficient maritime administration system in India.
