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Section 293 of The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025

The master of any vessel

performing a voyage shall, on arrival at the next port or place of call, intimate the proper officer, the date of any birth or death of any person occurring during the voyage and the cause of death or any other relevant details, as the Central Government may by order, specify in this behalf.

Summary

The master of any vessel performing a voyage shall, on arrival at the next port or place of call, intimate the proper officer, the date of any birth or death of any person occurring during the voyage and the cause of death or any other relevant details, as the Central Government may by order.

Practical examples

1While at sea, a passenger named Mrs. Gupta gives birth to a healthy boy. The ship's captain, Captain Ray, records the date. As soon as the ship arrives at the next port in Kochi, he informs the maritime officer there about the new baby.

2Sadly, a crew member passes away from a heart attack during a voyage. Captain Ray determines the cause of death. Upon reaching the next port of call, he immediately reports the date and the cause of death to the authorized officer.

FAQ

1. When must a captain report a birth that happens on a ship under Section 293 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?

Under Section 293 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, the master of the vessel must report any birth to the proper officer as soon as the ship arrives at the next port or place of call.

2. What information about a death must be reported under Section 293 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?

According to Section 293 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, the master must report the date of the death and the cause of death, along with any other details requested by the government.

3. Who does the captain notify about a death onboard under Section 293 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?

Under Section 293 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, the master must notify the "proper officer," which is an official designated by the government for these maritime matters.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 293 of The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, when is the master required to report a birth or death that occurred during a voyage?

Q2.What specific detail must be included in the report of a death under Section 293 of The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?

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