Lok Sabha Passes Inland
Vessels Bill 2021
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Single Registration Certificate Valid
All Over India
The Inland Vessels Bill 2021 was passed in Lok Sabha on 29 July, 2021. It was introduced in the House
by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda
Sonowal last Thursday, 22 July, 2021.
The Bill seeks to incorporate unified law for the
country, instead of separate rules framed by the States. The registration
certificate under the new law will be considered valid all over the country,
and separate permissions from States shall not be required.
The Bill also provides for a central database for
recording the details of the vessels and their crew on an electronic portal.
Mr. Sonowal has said the Bill
promotes cheaper and safer navigation, ensures protection of life & cargo
and brings uniformity in application of laws related to inland waterways &
navigation.