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Strengthening of Sagar Mein Samman (SMS) initiative - Appointment of Joint Chairpersons and Constitution of Phase II Sub-Committee and Objectives - reg.

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Strengthening of Sagar Mein Samman (SMS) initiative - Appointment of Joint Chairpersons and Constitution of Phase II Sub-Committee and Objectives

1. Appointment of Joint Chairpersons

Dr. Kusum Kanwar and Ms. Ambika Singh have been appointed as Joint Chairpersons of the Task Force for Women in Maritime. They will jointly preside over meetings, provide strategic directions, and ensure effective coordination.

2. Constitution of Phase II Sub-Committees

The following Sub-Committees are constituted under the Task Force for Women in Maritime:

  • Training Modules Development Committee - Design and develop structured modules, create content, standardize syllabus, and align with regulations.
  • Capacity Building, Sensitisation & Outreach Committee - Conduct Training of Trainers, organize workshops, implement training delivery, awareness campaigns, and stakeholder engagement.
  • Monitoring, Evaluation & Review Committee - Develop KPIs, track progress, conduct reviews, and submit reports to DG/DDG.
  • Institutional Framework & Governance Committee - Strengthen implementation, define SOPs, ensure regulatory compliance, and ensure long-term sustainability.
Annexure 1  List of committee and objectives
Important Note

Participation in the Task Force is voluntary and does not entail any honorarium or remuneration. Expenditure for meetings or approved activities shall be incurred in accordance with the extant Government of India financial rules and subject to due process.

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