Celebrating the maritime history, PM Modi extends wishes on National Maritime Day
New Delhi, April 5: Marking a red letter day in the maritime history of India, India today celebrates National Maritime Day for its seafaring abilities since ancient times. Reviving the historical events and efforts, the country's navigation history set sail with SS Loyalty, the first ship of the Scindia Steam Navigation Company Ltd started for the United Kingdom from Mumbai (then British Bombay).
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursdy extended his greetings on National Maritime Day and said the government's efforts for a vibrant maritime sector were inspired by B.R. Ambedkar.
Modi also wrote that with its rich history, the maritime sector in India has the potential to power country's transformation.
Extending his wishes PM Modi tweeted, "It was Babasaheb who gave topmost importance to Jal Shakti, waterways, irrigation, canal networks and ports. His work in this sector augured extremely well for the people of India.”
"On National Maritime Day, we affirm our commitment to harness our maritime strengths for the nation's prosperity," he added.
Paving path for new attempts in revitalizing waterways for the country, there is need to come together and work towards making a better India. Making exemplary changes giving it an extraordinary work through the Indian Shipping team has given the masses many astonishing encounters making the country proud.