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Registration of ships – As In-charge, maintain and update Central Registry of Indian Ships. Advise Central Government on all matters related to promoting augmentation of Indian fleet.

Training – As In-charge advise Director General of Shipping on formulation of guidelines for courses pertaining to Navigation, Cargo, Operation of ships, care of persons and communication function under the STCW Convention, ISPS Code, casualty investigations and other courses relevant to nautical wing.

Navigational Safety in ports – As Chairman of Navigational Safety in Port Committee (NSPC) advise the Central Government on safe entry, berthing, operations and exit from ports. Coordinate with Chief Hydrographer and Director General of Lighthouses & Lightships (DGLL) for enhancement of safety of private ports.

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  VTMS (Vessel Traffic Management Systems) - Co-ordinate with DGLL and Chief Hydrographer for planning, manning, maintenance and training related to various VTMS schemes on Indian coast.
  

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