Union Home Minister Amit Shah will inaugurate India Maritime Week 2025 on October 27 at the NESCO Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The five-day event will showcase India’s maritime ambitions, featuring global stakeholders, policymakers, and innovators. The initiative aims to boost sustainable maritime growth, trade expansion, and blue economy development.
Anchoring India’s Maritime Future: Amit Shah to Launch India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai
India’s maritime sector is gearing up for a landmark event as Union Home Minister Amit Shah is set to inaugurate India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 on October 27 at the NESCO Exhibition Centre, Goregaon, Mumbai. Organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in collaboration with the Indian Ports Association, the five-day event will run until October 31, bringing together leaders from across the globe to chart India’s maritime roadmap.
Key Highlights of India Maritime Week 2025:
High-Level Inauguration
Amit Shah will deliver the keynote address, setting the tone for discussions on maritime policy, innovation, and infrastructure.
The inaugural session will also feature Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, and Shantanu Thakur, Minister of State for Ports.
Chief Ministers in Attendance
Prominent coastal state leaders including Devendra Fadnavis (Maharashtra), Bhupendra Patel (Gujarat), Pramod Sawant (Goa), and Mohan Charan Majhi (Odisha) will participate, highlighting regional maritime priorities.
Focus Areas of the Event
IMW 2025 will spotlight sustainable maritime growth, blue economy development, port modernization, and logistics innovation.
The event includes exhibitions, panel discussions, and interactive sessions with industry experts, investors, and policymakers.
Global Collaboration and Investment
Stakeholders from international maritime organizations, private sector innovators, and government agencies will explore partnerships to position India as a global maritime hub.
Call for Permanent Maritime Hub
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis has urged the Centre to establish a permanent maritime development center in Mumbai, reinforcing the city’s strategic importance.
Prime Minister’s Expected Visit
Though not confirmed, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to attend one of the sessions, further elevating the event’s profile.
India Maritime Week 2025 is poised to be a transformational platform, steering India’s maritime ambitions toward global leadership and sustainable innovation.
Sources: The Week, WebIndia123