New Delhi, Aug. 6 -- The Parliament on Wednesday passed two key maritime bills in a single day, a first for the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) and the second one is the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, leading the way for a modern, efficient and globally aligned maritime policy framework in India.

The Lok Sabha cleared the 'Merchant Shipping Bill, 2024', aimed at streamlining maritime governance with a modern and internationally compliant approach.

Meanwhile, the Rajya Sabha passed the 'Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2025', replacing a century-old colonial-era law with updated legislation designed to promote ease of doing business and make India's shipping sector future-ready.

Speaking on the occasion, the Union Minist...