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Establishment of Task Force for nurturing and supporting the Directorate's initiative of "Sagar Mein Yog - Wellness at Sea / Shore " - reg.
Applicable to:
All Indian seafarers, companies, and stakeholders
Effective Date:
2024-11-26
Superseded Circulars:
None
Key Changes and Requirements
1. Task Force Establishment
The Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) has constituted a Task Force for "Sagar Mein Yog - Wellness at Sea / Shore" to address seafarers' challenges and support their well-being.
- Composition: The Task Force comprises yoga experts, shipping company representatives, and other stakeholders (Annexure I).
- Purpose: To prepare yoga syllabus documents for pre-sea, post-sea courses, and yoga at sea. The Task Force will also serve as a consultative body for seafarers' issues.
2. Task Force Meetings and Funding
The Task Force may convene meetings in-person or virtually, with minutes shared among members. It may also explore funding sources, including industry partnerships and governmental grants.
- Participation: Members participate voluntarily, without remuneration.
- Funding: Any incidental expenditures require due process and public exchequer stipulations.
II/4 Annexure I: List of Task Force members
Important Note
All maritime unions, industry associations, and professional organizations are encouraged to support and collaborate with the Task Force.
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