Current Affairs - Awards and Honours - Discussion

Rajesh Unni, the founder of Synergy Marine Group, received the prestigious National Maritime Varuna Award on April 5, 2025, during the 62nd National Maritime Day celebrations in Mumbai. This award, conferred by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS), is the highest individual recognition in India’s maritime sector. It honours individuals who have made extraordinary and lasting contributions to maritime development. Rajesh Unni was recognized for his leadership and innovation in the industry, especially through his work with Synergy Marine Group, which has become a leading name in ship management and sustainability-focused maritime solutions in India and beyond.