♦ National Maritime Day is celebrated every year on 5 April in India.

♦ This day is celebrated to remember and honour the country's maritime history, heritage and the salience of the Indian maritime sector which plays a crucial role in international trade, transportation, culture exchange and its significant contributions to our national GDP.

♦ National Maritime Day is marked annually on April 5 to commemorate the maiden voyage of SS Loyalty in 1919, a pivotal moment in India’s shipping history.

♦ At a time when British forces dominated sea routes, SS Loyalty became the first Indian-owned ship, operated by The Scindia Steam Navigation Company.

♦ Its courageous journey from Mumbai to London marked India’s determination to establish a strong foothold in global maritime trade.

♦ 2025 theme: “Prosperous Seas – Developed India and Youth for Blue Economy and Green Growth.”