The Indian Ports Act,
2025
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India’s said to Simplify Procedures
Key Takeaways
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The
Indian Ports Act, 2025 replaces outdated provisions of the Indian Ports
Act, 1908, with modern & contemporary regulations.
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The Act
establishes Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) as a
statutory consultative body to coordinate between Centre and coastal
States.
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The
legislation mandates Global Green Norms, Disaster Readiness for Indian
Ports.
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It
simplifies port procedures & digitalise operations to enhance Ease of
Doing Business (EODB).
Unveiling the Indian Ports
Act, 2025
Ports
have long served as the silent engines of India's economic momentum. As India
grows, the strategic relevance of its maritime infrastructure has never been
greater. Beyond logistics, ports are catalysts for industrial corridors,
employment generation, and urban renewal.
The Indian
Ports Act, 2025 passed by Parliament in August, 2025 marks a
transformative milestone in India’s maritime governance - replacing the
century-old Indian Ports Act of 1908 with a forward-looking, integrated
framework tailored to the demands of a modern economy. The legislation reflects
the Government's vision to position ports not merely as transit
points, but as engines of growth, employment,
and strategic connectivity. By consolidating port laws and empowering States,
the act fosters cooperative federalism and structured development
across coastal states. It aims to unlock the full potential of India’s 7,500 km
coastline, streamline port administration, and align domestic practices with global
maritime standards. As India charts its course toward becoming a global maritime
leader, the Indian Ports Act, 2025 stands as a foundational reform - anchoring efficiency,
sustainability, and inclusive progress at the heart of port-led development.