**Executive Summary**
DGS Circular No. 25 of 2021, issued on September 7, 2021, announces the resumption of data capturing for the issuance of BSIDs to Indian seafarers under controlled conditions at Government Shipping Offices and Mercantile Marine Departments. This follows the suspension of data capturing on April 27, 2021, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Data capturing resumes with immediate effect under strict protocols.
**Key Points / Main Content**
* **Resumption of BSID Data Capturing:**
* Data capturing for BSID issuance to Indian seafarers resumes at all 09 data capturing centers with immediate effect.
* **COVID-19 Protocols and SOP:**
* Seafarers must strictly adhere to the COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) annexed to the circular.
* Failure to comply with the SOP will result in denied entry to the data capturing centers.
* **SOP Details:**
* Seafarers must have a valid appointment and arrive during their designated slot.
* Applicants must adhere to social distancing norms at DGS facilities.
* Seafarers must update their "Arogya Setu App" status; only those shown as 'SAFE' will be allowed to proceed.
* Body temperature will be checked; only those with normal temperature will be allowed to enter.
* Face masks are mandatory when entering the data capturing center.
* Hand sanitization is required before entering the data capturing room.
**Impact Analysis**
**Stakeholder: Indian Seafarers**
* **Impact:** Data capturing for BSID issuance is reinstated, allowing seafarers to obtain necessary documentation.
* **Action Required:** Book appointments, comply with all COVID-19 SOP requirements, update "Arogya Setu App" status, and adhere to social distancing guidelines.
**Stakeholder: Data Capturing Centers**
* **Impact:** Resumption of operations for BSID data capturing.
* **Action Required:** Ensure adherence to SOPs, verify seafarers' compliance with COVID-19 protocols, and manage appointments to minimize crowding.
**Stakeholder: Shipping Masters/MMDs**
* **Impact:** Responsible for implementing the circular guidelines.
* **Action Required:** Take necessary action to facilitate data capturing and ensure compliance with the SOP.
Key Entities Referenced
Directorate General of Shipping (DGS): The issuing authority of the circular and regulator for shipping in India.
BSID: Basic Seafarer Identity Document. This circular addresses the resumption of data capturing for its issuance.
COVID-19 Standard Operating Procedure (SOP): The guidelines attached to the circular, outlining safety measures for data capturing centers.
Arogya Setu App: A Government of India application that Seafarers need to update their status in order to resume data capturing.
Government Shipping Offices & Mercantile Marine Departments: The offices where data capturing for BSID issuance is resumed under controlled conditions.
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DGS Circular No.25 of 2021
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Whereas, due to the resurgence of COVID l9 pandemic in the month of April 2021, the
application/data capturing of seafarers for issuanc" oi gStO was suspended w.e.f. 27th April
2021 until further orders vide DGS Circular [F. No. CR-27A4IS C (20)/2OZO] dated 26.04.2021.
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And whereas, in view of decline of COVID cases in most of the States in India, and
relaxation & revised guidelines issued by several State Governments regarding movement of
general public.
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And whereas, the Directorate is receiving representations from the Indian Seafarers
requesting for resuming of BSID Data Capturing Facilities in the respective data capturing
centers.
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Now therefore, the Directorate has reviewed the matter and decided to resume data
capturing for issuance of BSIDs to Indian seafarers from all its 09 data capturing centers
with immediate effect under strict protocols.
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The seafarer shall strictly follow the protocols/SoP annexed with this Circular, failing
which entry in the data capturing Centers will not be allowed.
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This issues with the approval of Director General of Shipping & Additional Secretary to
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Subhash Barguzer
Deputy Director General of Shipping (Crew)
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i. All stakeholders through DGS website.
ll. Computer cell (for hosting on DGS website)
iii. All Shipping Masters/\4MDs for necessary action.
iv. CDAC, Mumbai for necessary action.
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