Current Affairs - Important Days - Discussion

National maritime Day is celebrated on 5th April every year since 1964. On 5th April 1919, SS Loyalty, the first ship of the Scindia Steam Navigation Company Ltd started from Mumbai to the United Kingdom. This is a very important day in the history of Indian maritime sector. The theme for National maritime Day 2018 is: 'Indian Shipping - An Ocean of opportunity'. On the National maritime Day, awareness on supporting safe and environmentally strong commerce between continents is highlighted. 'Varuna' award is conferred to outstanding contributors of Indian maritime sector on this day. Also, outstanding achievers in the field of education and training are awarded on this day.