Following the terror attack in Pahalgam on April 22 that killed 26 people, India has imposed strict measures targeting its maritime and trade links with Pakistan.
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has issued a new order banning Pakistani-flagged ships from entering any Indian port. At the same time, Indian-flagged vessels are no longer allowed to visit ports in Pakistan.
The directive, which came into effect immediately, has been issued under Section 411 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 1958.
The ministry stated that the purpose of this action is to protect Indian ships, cargo, and port infrastructure, and to ensure the country’s maritime sector operates securely and efficiently.
The order stated that “a ship bearing the flag of Pakistan shall not be allowed to visit any Indian port, and an Indian-flagged ship shall not visit any ports of Pakistan.”
The ministry added that this decision was made in the interest of the safety
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