Draft Maritime Policy
Aim of the Karnataka Maritime Development Policy of 2023
- To increase Karnataka’s share in domestic and international trade by fostering holistic development in the maritime sector.
- To facilitate the creation of maritime and inland water infrastructure through both public and private sector investments.
- To encourage private sector involvement in the development of maritime and inland water infrastructure.
- To provide efficient port and related facilities to accommodate growing traffic from Karnataka and neighboring states, supporting export-oriented and port-based industries.
- To promote various aspects of maritime development, including ship building, tourism, fishing harbours, and disaster resilience, while streamlining regulatory processes through a single-window access approach.