National Maritime Day Quick Facts
| Event Name | National Maritime Day () |
| Event Started | 5 April 1964 |
| Event Level | National Day |
| Observed by | Indian Navy |
National Maritime Day Brief
Every year 'National Maritime Day' is celebrated across the country on 05th April.
National Maritime Day History
It is to be noted that on April 05, 1919, Scindia Steam Navigation Company Ltd. The first steamship 'SS Loyalty' was launched into international waters for the maiden voyage from Mumbai to London. In its memory, this day is celebrated every year since April 5, 1964.
National Maritime Day Objective
The purpose of celebrating National Maritime Day is to make people aware of the activities of the Indian shipping industry and its role in the country's economy.
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National Institute of Oceanography:
The National Institute of Oceanography is a laboratory of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), Government of India. It is headquartered in Goa and has regional offices in Mumbai, Kochi and Visakhapatnam. It was established on 01 January 1966. Its main objective is to study the specific oceanographic aspects of the northern Indian Ocean in detail.
Important Days of April Month - (National Days and International Days):
| Day | Event Name - Event Level |
|---|---|
| 01 April | April Fools' Day - International Day |
| 02 April | World Autism Awareness Day - International Day |
| 05 April | National Maritime Day - National Day |
| 06 April | International Day of Sport for Development and Peace - International Day |
| 07 April | World Health Day - International Day |
| 10 April | World Homeopathy Day - International Day |
| 17 April | World Hemophilia Day - International Day |
| 18 April | World Heritage Day - International Day |
| 21 April | Public Service Day - National Day |
| 22 April | World Earth Day - International Day |
| 23 April | World Book and Copyright Day - International Day |
| 24 April | National Panchayati Raj Day - National Day |
| 25 April | World Malaria Day - International Day |
| 29 April | International Dance Day - International Day |
National Maritime Day FAQs:
National Maritime Day is observed every year on 05 April.
Yes, National Maritime Day is an National Day that is celebrated every year on April all over the India.
National Maritime Day started on 5 April 1964.
National Maritime Day is observed every year by Indian Navy.