E-Samudra Platform

UPSC Reference: National

Why in News?

The E-Samudra platform was inaugurated as a comprehensive digital platform for India's maritime administration.

Key Facts

  • Initiative of the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS).

  • Ministry: Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

  • Creates a single digital window for maritime services.

  • Covers stakeholders including:

    • Seafarers

    • Shipping companies

    • Maritime administrators

    • Other industry participants

Functions

  • Online applications

  • Digital certificates

  • Online payments

  • Real-time tracking

  • Compliance monitoring

  • Automated administrative processes

Key Pointer

E-Samudra → DGS → Ports Ministry → Digital maritime governance → Single window