Q. What is the theme of ‘National Maritime Day 2024’?
Answer:
Navigating the Future: Safety First
Notes: National Maritime Day, observed annually on April 5th, honors the pivotal role of maritime transport in global trade. It commemorates the 1919 voyage of SS Loyalty from Mumbai to London. Additionally, 'World Maritime Day' is celebrated on the last Thursday of September, with the 2024 date set for September 26th. This year's theme for India's National Maritime Day, declared by the Union Shipping Ministry, is "Navigating the Future: Safety First."