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DGMA bans deployment of Indian seafarers in Sarawak Region of Malaysia
Source: The Hindu — National · 1 hr ago
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The Directorate General of Maritime Administration has prohibited the hiring of Indian seafarers for inland, riverine, coastal and port‑limit vessels operating in Malaysia’s Sarawak region, citing repeated fatal accidents involving young Indian crew members. The ban applies to all recruitment and placement service licence holders and is intended to improve safety for Indian workers on Malaysian‑flagged ships. Additionally, the DGMA requires that Indian seafarers on foreign‑flagged vessels have mandatory insurance when the vessel lacks P&I coverage.
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Decision follows recurring fatal accidents of young Indian seafarers over the years
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