समुद्रीय प्रशासन महानिदेशालय
Directorate General of Maritime Administration
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Government of India
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World Maritime Day Celebration, 2026 held at Kochi on 25th September, 2026

World Maritime Day was celebrated at Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Kochi, on 25th September 2026 with enthusiasm and active participation from officers and staff. The celebration highlighted the importance of the maritime sector in promoting safe, secure, efficient and environmentally sustainable shipping. The programme aimed to create awareness about the vital role of seafarers and the shipping industry in international trade and economic development. Officers and staff were encouraged to uphold maritime safety standards, protect the marine environment and contribute towards sustainable maritime practices. The celebration reinforced the commitment of MMD, Kochi, to maritime safety, regulatory compliance and excellence in maritime administration.