Dhamra, 07 April 2026: Dhamra Port observed the 63rd National Maritime Day on April 5 with great enthusiasm, paying tribute to seafarers, stakeholders, and maritime professionals whose dedication contributes significantly to India’s growth and security.
Celebrating the spirit of India’s rich maritime heritage and its forward-looking progress, the occasion highlighted the resilience and commitment of the maritime community. As part of the celebrations, crew members of the vessel SMV APJ Indrani, including Captain Krishna Mohan Peethala and Chief Engineer Vinjamuri Venkat Lakshmi Papa Rao, marked the day with a ceremonial cake cutting.
The event was attended by Dhamra Port HR Head Basuki Nag, Ship Harbour Head Capt. Ajit Mohapatra, Chief Marine Officer Capt. Abhijit Sinha, along with Rupesh Das, Tapan Tripathy, Subhendu Mohapatra, and members of the Marine Services Department, who joined in commemorating the occasion.
National Maritime Day: A Brief History
National Maritime Day is observed every year on April 5 to celebrate India’s maritime heritage and highlight the sector’s role in trade, economy, and security. The date marks the historic 1919 voyage of India’s first flagged ship, SS Loyalty, from Bombay to London. The day was officially declared in 1964 after India’s fleet reached 1 million gross registered tonnage. Ports like Dhamra also mark the occasion with Maritime Week, honouring seafarers and industry stakeholders.
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