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Indian Ports Bill 2025 Introduced in Lok Sabha

12 August 20251 min read
NATIONAL AFFAIRSIndian Ports Bill2025 Introduced inLok Sabha12 August 2025safalsetu.com

Why in the news

Ports Minister Sarbananda Sonowal brought the Indian Ports Bill 2025 to the Lok Sabha to overhaul the 117-year-old ports law.

Key facts

  • Repeals the Indian Ports Act, 1908.
  • Matches international maritime obligations and promotes sustainable coastline use.
ProvisionDetail
Mega portsDesignated on government-set criteria
Maritime State Development CouncilCentral body for a competitive, efficient port sector
OwnershipCentral clearance for major ownership or control changes
DisputesState-level committees; civil courts barred
Port conservatorsStronger powers for safety and conservation

Concerns

  • K. Radhakrishnan (CPI-M) said it centralises power and intrudes on states’ rights over ports.

Exam angle

  • Law replaced: Indian Ports Act, 1908.
  • New body: Maritime State Development Council.

Test yourself

1. The Indian Ports Bill 2025 proposes to repeal which law?

The Bill repeals the 117-year-old Indian Ports Act, 1908.

2. What central body does the Indian Ports Bill 2025 propose to establish?

The notes say a Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) is to be set up.

3. Under the Bill, port disputes would be handled by which bodies, with civil courts barred?

State-level Dispute Resolution Committees would handle disputes and civil courts are barred.

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