Jal Marg Vikas Project – Inland waterways
JMVP was announced by the union government to enable commercial navigation of at least 1500 tonne vessels on the Ganga River. The project envisages the development of a waterway between Allahabad and Haldia (NW-1) on the Ganga River. It includes the development of fairways, multi-modal terminals, strengthening of open river navigation techniques, conservancy works, and modern river information system. The project is funded by the World Bank
Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI)
IWAI signed a project agreement with the world bank for the Jal Marg Vikas on Ganga (NW1). They IWAIcame into existence for the development and regulation of inland waterways for shipping and navigation.
Functions of IWAI with respect to National Waterways
Survey
Navigation, Infrastructure and Regulations
Fairway Development
Pilotage
Coordination of IWT with other modes
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Inland Vessels Bill, 2021
It will replace the Inland Vessels Act, of 1917. The Bill will regulate the safety, security and registration of inland vessels.
A key feature of the Bill is a unified law for the entire country, instead of separate rules framed by the States.
The certificate of registration granted under the proposed law will be deemed to be valid in all States and Union Territories, and there will be no need to seek separate permissions from the States.
The Bill provides f
Inland Vessels Bill, 2021
It will replace the Inland Vessels Act, of 1917. The Bill will regulate the safety, security and registration of inland vessels.
A key feature of the Bill is a unified law for the entire country, instead of separate rules framed by the States.
The certificate of registration granted under the proposed law will be deemed to be valid in all States and Union Territories, and there will be no need to seek separate permissions from the States.
The Bill provides f