Ex officio Member of the Board of New Mangalore Port Authority

## Policy Analysis Report: Extension of Term for Ex-Officio Member, New Mangalore Port Authority **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a notification issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India, regarding an extension to the term of Sh. H.N. Aswath as an Ex-officio Member of the Board of New Mangalore Port Authority. The notification, G.S.R. 265(E), extends his term beyond March 31, 2022, and until further orders. This report aims to provide stakeholders with a clear understanding of this extension and its potential implications. The key finding is that this represents a continuity of expertise and potentially ongoing projects at the New Mangalore Port Authority. **2. Introduction:** This report provides an analysis of Notification G.S.R. 265(E), issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, concerning an extension to the term of an Ex-officio Member of the Board of New Mangalore Port Authority. The analysis is based solely on the provided text. **3. Policy Overview:** * **Type:** Amendment (Extension of existing appointment) * **Original Policy:** Notification No. G.S.R. 66(E) dated 28th January, 2022 (referenced). * **Core Objective(s):** The core objective of the original policy (G.S.R. 66(E)) is not fully discernible from the provided text. However, based on the amendment, it involved the appointment of Sh. H.N. Aswath as an Ex-officio Member of the Board of New Mangalore Port Authority. The objective of *this amendment* is to ensure the continued presence of Sh. H.N. Aswath on the board. **4. Background and Rationale:** This is an amendment that extends the term of an existing appointment. The likely reason for this specific amendment is to maintain continuity in the operations and decision-making processes of the New Mangalore Port Authority. The extension suggests that the expertise and contributions of Sh. H.N. Aswath are considered valuable and necessary beyond the initial term. It might also indicate ongoing projects or initiatives where his continued involvement is deemed crucial. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** * **Specific Part of Original Policy Being Changed:** The amendment modifies the initial term of Sh. H.N. Aswath's appointment as defined in G.S.R. 66(E). * **New Rule/Provision:** The term of Sh. H.N. Aswath, Development Adviser, Ports, Ministry of Ports, Shipping Waterways, as an Ex-officio Member of the Board of New Mangalore Port Authority, is extended beyond 31.03.2022 and until further orders. * **Difference/Effect of Change:** The original notification (G.S.R. 66(E)) presumably defined a specific end date (or a method to calculate the end date which turned out to be 31.03.2022) for Sh. H.N. Aswath's term. This amendment supersedes that specific end date, essentially making the term indefinite (until further orders are issued). This ensures Sh. Aswath's continued presence on the Board. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The direct target audience and stakeholders include: * The New Mangalore Port Authority and its Board members. * Sh. H.N. Aswath. * The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, specifically the PHRD Division. * Parties with business interest at the New Mangalore Port (shipping companies, logistics providers etc.) **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency/Bodies:** The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (PHRD Division) is responsible for issuing and implementing this notification. The New Mangalore Port Authority is responsible for acknowledging and incorporating this change into its board operations. * **Timelines or Procedures:** The extension is effective immediately from April 4th, 2022, and continues until further orders are issued by the Central Government. No specific procedures are outlined in the provided text beyond the notification itself. * **Implementation Aspects related to the Changes:** The New Mangalore Port Authority needs to recognize Sh. Aswath's continued role and ensure his participation in Board activities. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of this amendment is to ensure continuity, stability, and informed decision-making within the New Mangalore Port Authority by retaining the expertise and experience of Sh. H.N. Aswath. The potential impact includes: * Maintaining momentum on ongoing projects and initiatives. * Ensuring that the port's operations benefit from Sh. Aswath's knowledge of the Ministry's policies and priorities. * Potentially avoiding any disruption that might have arisen from a change in board membership. **9. Conclusion:** Notification G.S.R. 265(E) is a straightforward amendment extending the term of Sh. H.N. Aswath as an Ex-officio Member of the Board of New Mangalore Port Authority. This amendment highlights the government's desire to maintain continuity and expertise within the Port Authority, potentially indicating ongoing projects or strategic initiatives where Sh. Aswath's involvement is considered vital. This represents a continuation of an existing appointment, maintaining the status quo until further notice.

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