Central Act

The Major Port Authorities Act, 2021

An Act to provide for regulation, operation and planning of Major Ports in India and to vest the administration, control and management of such ports upon the Boards of Major Port Authorities and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.

Act number1 of 2021
Enacted2021-02-17
In force from2021-11-03
MinistryMinistry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Sections76
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When did the The Major Port Authorities Act, 2021 come into force?

It came into force on 2021-11-03, having been enacted on 2021-02-17.

Which ministry administers it?

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

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