On National Maritime Day, observed on April 5, 2026, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi acknowledged India’s extensive maritime heritage and the significant contributions of individuals within the sector. The Prime Minister emphasized that the dedication of those in the maritime industry is vital for strengthening the nation’s economy, trade, and connectivity.
Reaffirming the government’s commitment, PM Modi stated that efforts would continue to harness the immense potential of the maritime sector to ensure a prosperous future for India. This message was also shared via a public post on the social media platform X.
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* **Date and Time of Release:** April 5, 2026, 2:29 PM
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Key Entities Referenced
National Maritime Day: An annual commemorative day in India recognizing the nation's maritime heritage and the sector's contribution to economy, trade, and connectivity.
Shri Narendra Modi: The Prime Minister of India who acknowledged the maritime sector's importance and reaffirmed the government's commitment to harnessing its potential.
Prime Minister's Office
Prime Minister recalls India’s Maritime Heritage
on National Maritime Day
Posted On: 05 APR 2026 2:29PM by PIB Delhi
The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi on the occasion of National Maritime Day, recalled India’s rich
maritime heritage and acknowledged the invaluable contribution of all those associated with the sector.
Shri Modi stated that the dedication of individuals in the maritime sector strengthens the nation’s
economy, trade and connectivity.
The Prime Minister further reaffirmed the government’s commitment to harness the immense potential of
the maritime sector for ensuring a prosperous future for the nation.
The Prime Minister wrote on X;
“On National Maritime Day, we recall India’s maritime heritage and the invaluable contribution of all
those associated with this sector. Their dedication strengthens our economy, trade and connectivity.
We will continue to harness the immense potential of our maritime sector for a prosperous future.”
On National Maritime Day, we recall India’s maritime heritage and the invaluable
contribution of all those associated with this sector. Their dedication strengthens
our economy, trade and connectivity.
We will continue to harness the immense potential of our maritime sector for… pi
c.twitter.com/b9Uae4alCs
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) April 5, 2026
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