Administration of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958 and Rules framed there under to the extent of powers of Central Government and the Directorate General of Shipping delegated.
Measures to ensue safety of life and ships at sea.
Coordination with the shipowners, maritime unions and other stakeholders of similar interests.
Evaluation of policies for development of Indian shipping including coastal shipping and sailing vessel industry.
Participation in International Conventions relating to merchant shipping and implementation of its regulations.
Execution of policies on training of officers and ratings of the merchant navy.
Regulation of employment of seamen and their welfare.
Administration of Directorate General of Shipping and supervision of the general administrative matters of its allied offices.
Implementation of the policies of the Government on shipping related matters.
Supervision and control of the financial administration of the Directorate General of Shipping and its allied offices and any other duties assigned by the Director General of Shipping from time to time.
