The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) on February 20, 2024, issued the notification regarding the Promulgation of Strategy Document on the Implementation and Enforcement of Mandatory lnstruments of the lnternational Maritime Organization (IMO) towards fulfilling India's Treaty Obligations.
The following has been stated namely: -
• The vision is to be recognized globally as a highly effective, efficient, responsible, and progressive maritime administration.
• The mission is to:
o Provide an effective supervisory and regulatory regime conducive to
1. Achieve, safe, efficient and secure shipping
2. Protect the marine environment
3. All-round growth of Maritime Education and Training
o Provide support to the Government of India in developing and implementing a holistic and integrated maritime development program that has a positive impact on the national economy
o Develop measures to ensure compliance with relevant international instruments relating to the safety and security of ships, protection of the environment, and welfare of seafare
[Notification No. E 26384/2023/NA-IMSAS]
