India's Maritime Transformation: Reclaiming Sea Power Through Strategic Reforms and Infrastructure Development

Oct 10, 2025 03:38 pm CST

India is undergoing a significant maritime transformation, revising its coastline measurement to 11,098 kilometers and implementing comprehensive reforms through new legislation. Despite providing 12% of global seafarers, India currently holds only 1.2% of global shipping capacity. Recent initiatives include the Merchant Shipping Bill, port digitalization, and major infrastructure investments like Vizhinjam International Seaport. These efforts aim to reduce foreign dependency, improve shipping efficiency, and position India among top global maritime powers by 2047.