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Lok Sabha Passes Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024

  • 29 Mar 2025

On 28th March 2025, the Lok Sabha passed the Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill, 2024, aiming to modernize maritime transport regulations and replace the century-old Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1925.

  • The new law defines the responsibilities, liabilities, rights, and immunities of sea carriers for both domestic and international shipping.

Key Points

  • Repeal of Old Law: The Bill replaces the Indian Carriage of Goods by Sea Act, 1925, updating outdated regulations.
  • Scope of Application: It applies to the transport of goods from Indian ports to foreign ports and between domestic ports.
  • Government's Justification: Union Minister emphasized the need to replace colonial-era laws with modern legislation.
  • Impact on Trade: The Bill aims to simplify maritime trade, ensuring ease of doing business.