The government is introducing policy changes and incentives to increase the participation of women in the Merchant Navy. Currently underrepresented, women make up a small fraction of the workforce in this field. The new measures include scholarships, skill development programs, and improved working conditions onboard ships.
Officials hope these initiatives will attract more women to pursue maritime careers, ultimately tripling their numbers in the next decade. This move aligns with India’s broader goals of gender equality and empowerment.