# India maritime digital governance and seafarer monitoring

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/india-maritime-digital-governance-and-seafarer-monitoring
> Updated: 2026-09-04T18:08:24.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

India has initiated a digital transformation of its maritime governance and seafarer support systems. The process began with the launch of E-Samudra, an integrated digital platform designed to streamline services for ports, shipping companies, and seafarers through real-time tracking, digital certification, and online payments.

Following this, the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) introduced a Seafarer Tracking Module on the e-NAVIC portal. This beta-version module allows for the monitoring of Indian sailors on both domestic and foreign-flagged vessels. The tracking mechanism was developed to address maritime security threats and geopolitical tensions in high-risk regions such as the Red Sea, the Black Sea, and the Gulf of Aden, facilitating better coordination and emergency responses.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-04: DGMA launches Seafarer Tracking Module to monitor Indian sailors

India's DGMA has launched a Seafarer Tracking Module on the e-NAVIC portal to monitor Indian sailors in high-risk maritime regions due to rising geopolitical tensions and security threats.

5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/dgma-launches-seafarer-tracking-module-to-monitor-indian-sailors

### 2026-08-08: India launches E-Samudra digital platform for maritime services

India has launched E-Samudra, a digital platform to modernize maritime governance, streamline services, and enhance the welfare of its expanding seafarer workforce.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/india-launches-e-samudra-digital-platform-for-maritime-services

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