Sonowal Unveils Maritime Tech at IT Conclave 2025

Current Context: The IT Conclave 2025 was held on 07 August in New Delhi, chaired by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and organized by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) and CMMI.

• The theme was “Leveraging Technology in Maritime”, aiming to accelerate digital transformation in shipping services.

Key Digital Launches

• Revamped DG Shipping Website: GIGW 3.0-compliant, multilingual, mobile-responsive.
• e-Samudra Platform (Phase 1): Cloud-native system integrating 60+ maritime services
• Modules: Chartering Permissions, Ship Building Financial Assistance (SBFA), Multi-Modal Transport Operator (MTO), Visitor Access Management.
• AI-Based Exam System: Pilot launched at MMD Noida for seafarer certification.
• Vision Booklet: Roadmap for maritime digital transformation aligned with Digital India, Maritime India Vision 2030, and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
• Other Initiatives: LMS & simulators, digital archival, ERP for SPFO & SWFS, Integrated Command & Control Centre, cybersecurity framework.

Question:

Q.1 What was the official theme of the IT Conclave 2025?
a) Leveraging Technology in Maritime
b) Digital Oceans for India
c) Smart Ports, Smart Future
d) Maritime Growth through AI

Answer: a) The theme was “Leveraging Technology in Maritime”, aiming to accelerate digital transformation in shipping services.