The Main Objects of the NMDC Branch
- To organize the National Maritime Day Celebrations and the Merchant Navy Flag Day on 5th April every year at all such ports and such places in India and abroad in such manner as may be decided upon by the Committee from time to time.
- To highlight the role and promote development of the shipping industry in all its aspects, by diffusion of knowledge and information through publication and/or newspaper, magazine, meetings, seminars, symposium, workshops, exhibitions, competitions, etc.
- To recognize the services of seafarers and services of any other persons connected in promotion and development of national shipping and other allied matters by way of awards, rewards, scholarships and/or any other manner.
- To finalize welfare and training projects for seafarers and for shipping personnel.
- To promote publication of educational literature and conduct of research for the benefit of Seafarers and the Shipping Industry.
- Generally, to take such measures and do all such acts and things as may be necessary in furtherance of the above objects.
