Context
The Draft Indian Ports Bill, 2022has been put for stakeholder consultation. The draft Indian Ports Bill, 2022 (“IP Bill 2022”) has been prepared to consolidate and amend the laws relating to ports.
Background
India has a 7,500 km long coastline, 14,500 km of potentially navigable waterways, and a strategic location on key international maritime trade routes. About 95% of India’s trade by volume and 65% by value is done through maritime transport facilitated by ports. |
About
About the Draft Indian Ports Bill, 2022
What are the key international obligations addressed under the bill?
The new Bill incorporates several international instruments to which India is a party, in the national legislation namely,
Significance of the Draft Bill
Status of Ports in India
Greening of Ports
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Way Forward
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