Indian Ports Bill, 2025 : Passed
The Rajya Sabha passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025, replacing the colonial-era Indian Ports Act, 1908.
- It is anew legislation to replace the outdated Indian Ports Act, 1908.
- Provides a modern, transparent, and investor-friendly framework for India’s port sector.
- Objectives of the Bill:
- Replace archaic colonial laws with a contemporary governance structure.
- Strengthen cooperative federalism through Centre–State partnership.
- Ensure environmental compliance and green port development.
- Encourage investment, PPPs, and FDI in port infrastructure.
