India, Feb. 12 -- The Government of India has issued a release:
A significant share of India's trade depends on foreign shipping. To reduce this dependence and expand the indigenous fleet, the Government has introduced several reforms: -
The steps taken to enhance maritime awareness and safety of Indian ships at chokepoints includes round-the-clock monitoring through Mercantile Marine Domain Awareness Centre (MMDAC), real-time incident tracking and close coordination with the Indian Navy and other agencies. Periodic Maritime Security Advisories are issued to Indian-flagged vessels, prescribing risk-mitigation measures and compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Best Management Practices (BMPs). Regular meetings are held w...