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DIRECTOR GENERAL OF SHIPPING

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  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.
  
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  Administration of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 on all matters relating to shipping.
  
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  Formulation of shipping policy and legislation for development of shipping and augmentation of shipping tonnage.
  
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  Formulation of policy on promotion of maritime education and training.
  
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  Supervision and control of the examination and certification of the merchant navy officers in various grades.
  
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  Regulation of employment of seamen and their welfare.
  
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  Formulation of policy on development of coastal shipping and sailing vessel industry.
  
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  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.
  
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  Representing India in international forums relating to shipping, maritime training and allied matters.
  
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  Supervision and control of quality assurance in all areas of shipping, merchant navy training, etc.