Mumbai, May 19 -- Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday unveiled the 'Sagar Mein Samman', a policy initiative of the Central Government to increase the participation of women in the maritime sector.

The initiative was launched at the inaugural International Day for Women in Maritime celebrations here, with a clear message of inclusivity, transformation and sustainability of the maritime sector. Speaking on the occasion, Sonowal said, "This day is essential to celebrate women through their recruitment, retention, and sustained employment in the maritime sector.

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