As Head of the Maritime Administration, he executes the administrative, financial and statutory functions of the Directorate General of Shipping and controls the activities of its allied offices.
Administration of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 on all matters relating to shipping.
Formulation of shipping policy and legislation for development of shipping and augmentation of shipping tonnage.
Formulation of policy on promotion of maritime education and training.
Supervision and control of the examination and certification of the merchant navy officers in various grades.
Regulation of employment of seamen and their welfare.
Formulation of policy on development of coastal shipping and sailing vessel industry.
Supervision and control of implementation of various International Conventions relating to safety of ships, prevention of pollution and other mandatory regulations of the International Maritime Organization.
Representing India in international forums relating to shipping, maritime training and allied matters.
Supervision and control of quality assurance in all areas of shipping, merchant navy training, etc.
