The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025
An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to merchant shipping to ensure compliance with India's obligation under the maritime treaties and international instruments to which India is a party and also to ensure the development of Indian shipping and efficient maintenance of Indian mercantile marine in a manner best suited to serve the national interest and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
| Act number | 24 of 2025 |
|---|---|
| Enacted | 2025-08-18 |
| In force from | 2026-03-15 |
| Ministry | Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways |
| Sections | 325 |
| Section text held | Registry entry; certified PDF held |
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When did the The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 come into force?
It came into force on 2026-03-15, having been enacted on 2025-08-18.
Which ministry administers it?
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
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