Merchant Navy Week celebrations conclude with National Maritime Day observance
The Hindu
Merchant Navy Week concludes with National Maritime Day, honoring seafarers' contributions to India's economy and maritime legacy.
The Merchant Navy Week celebrations organised by the New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA), celebrating India’s rich maritime legacy and honouring the contributions of seafarers and maritime stakeholders, culminated with the observance of the 63rd National Maritime Day here on Sunday.
To mark the occasion, a Wreath Laying Ceremony was held at the Seafarers’ Memorial, NMPA, where S. Shanthi, Deputy Chairperson, NMPA, laid the wreath and paid homage to seafarers who lost their lives in the line of duty.
While Ms. Shanthi presided over the National Maritime Day observance in the evening, Alva’s Education Foundation chairman M. Mohan Alva, green warrior R.K. Nair, NMPA Deputy Conservator Capt. Manoj Joshi and Mercantile Marine Department Surveyor in charge Ubaidu Rehman were guests.
Role of seafarers
Mr. Alva highlighted the vital role played by seafarers and maritime stakeholders in strengthening India’s economy and emphasised the importance of recognising their dedication and contributions to global trade.
Ms. Shanthi emphasised the importance of collaboration among maritime stakeholders to strengthen India’s maritime sector.
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