In pursuance of clause c of sub section 1 of Section 3 of the Major Port Trusts Act

## Report on Government Notification Regarding the Board of Trustees of the Port of New Mangalore **1. Executive Summary:** This report analyzes a government notification pertaining to the composition of the Board of Trustees of the Port of New Mangalore. The notification, issued by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, specifies the number of individuals to be appointed to the Board to represent various interests. The key finding is the establishment of the board's composition for a defined period. **2. Introduction:** This report provides a policy analysis of a notification issued by the Government of India, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, regarding the Board of Trustees of the Port of New Mangalore. The analysis is based solely on the information contained within the provided policy text. **3. Policy Overview:** This notification can be considered an amendment to the structure of the Board of Trustees due to the supersession of the previous notification. * **Core Objective:** The core objective, inferred from the text, is to specify the representation of various interests on the Board of Trustees of the Port of New Mangalore. This is to ensure that the port's governance reflects diverse stakeholder perspectives. **4. Background and Rationale:** The notification supersedes a previous notification (G.S.R.28E dated the 14th January, 2019), indicating a need to update or revise the composition of the Board of Trustees. The amendment changes the composition of the board. The specific rationale for these changes cannot be fully determined from the text alone, but it likely reflects evolving priorities, stakeholder dynamics, or a periodic review of board representation. **5. Key Provisions / Changes:** This notification specifies the *number* of representatives for various stakeholders on the Board of Trustees. Specifically, the changes introduced are: * **Original Policy Part Affected:** The prior structure of the Board of Trustees composition is being replaced. * **New Rule/Provision:** For the period from 01.04.2021 to 31.03.2023, the Board of Trustees of the Port of New Mangalore will comprise: * 2 representatives of Labour employed in the Port * 1 representative of the Mercantile Marine Department * 1 representative of the Department of Customs * 1 representative of the State Government of Karnataka * 1 representative of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways * 1 representative of Defence Services (Navy) * 1 representative of Coast Guard * 1 representative of Indian Railways * 1 representative of Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change * 4 representatives of Other Interests (as per Section 31(c)(i) of the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963) * 3 representatives of Other Interests (as per Section 31(c)(ii) of the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963) * **Difference/Effect of Change:** This notification creates a structure of 17 Trustees. This structure did not previously exist, or the pre-existing structure was replaced. This will ensure that the decision-making process at the port considers the perspectives of all listed stakeholders and the other interests. **6. Target Audience and Stakeholders:** The target audience and directly affected stakeholders include: * The Port of New Mangalore and its administration * Labor unions representing port workers * The Mercantile Marine Department * The Department of Customs * The Government of Karnataka * The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways * The Defence Services (Navy) * The Coast Guard * Indian Railways * The Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change * Entities falling under "Other Interests" as defined by the Major Port Trusts Act. **7. Implementation Aspects (Inferred):** * **Responsible Agency:** The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways is responsible for implementing this notification. * **Timeline:** The appointments are effective for the period from 01.04.2021 to 31.03.2023. This requires the relevant bodies to select and appoint their representatives within that timeframe. **8. Expected Outcomes / Impact of Changes:** The likely intended outcome of these changes is to ensure a balanced and representative Board of Trustees for the Port of New Mangalore. This composition aims to facilitate informed decision-making that considers the diverse interests connected to the port's operations and development. The change intends to create a board structure that more accurately reflects the port's stakeholders. **9. Conclusion:** This government notification is significant as it defines the composition of the Board of Trustees for the Port of New Mangalore for a defined period. The changes ensure representation across various key sectors and interests, likely contributing to more comprehensive and balanced governance of the port. The notification underscores the government's role in shaping the administrative structure of major ports to reflect diverse stakeholder viewpoints.

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