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2025

Capt. Mohit Behl, Deputy Nautical Advisor, cum Sr. DDG Tech and Capt. Manish Kumar, Nautical Surveyor cum DDG Tech visited IMU-MPC (LBSCAMSAR & MERI) on 24-25 July 2025 for the inspection of the RANSCO & ARPA Simulators and approval of other 3 post-sea courses.

Indian Maritime University (IMU), representing both Mumbai Port Campus (MPC) and Navi Mumbai Campus (NMC), participated in the prestigious Samridh Gujarat 2025 mega exhibition held at Ahmedabad from 3rd to 5th July 2025. Organized by the Sansa Foundation under the guidance of Shri Dinesh Makwana, Hon’ble Member of Parliament (Ahmedabad West), the event brought together more than 50 key institutions from across sectors to showcase government schemes, scientific innovations, and developmental initiatives. On 5th July 2025 during the valedictory function, IMU was honored with the "Best Stall" Award for excellent crowd engagement and explanation of maritime education and encouraging awareness about government maritime initiatives. The "Best Stall" recognition stands as a testimony to IMU’s academic excellence, outreach, and dedication toward shaping maritime futures.

On 30th June 2025, Indian Maritime University - Mumbai Port Campus organized a heartfelt and graceful ceremony to bid farewell to the outgoing Campus Director, Cmdr. Dr. Vivek Chawla, and to warmly welcome the incoming Campus Director (i/c), Capt. S.C. Panigrahy, a seasoned maritime professional and academician. Capt. Panigrahy brings with him a wealth of knowledge and administrative expertise, and the IMU community looks forward to continued progress under his dynamic guidance.

The Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus (IMU-MPC) commemorated the International Day of the Seafarer 2025 on 25th June 2025 with the theme "My Harassment-Free Ship", aligning with the International Maritime Organization (IMO)'s global campaign to recognize the vital role of seafarers in global trade and maritime services.

"On 24th June 2025, a team of Police Officers from Sewri Police Station, Mumbai, visited the Indian Maritime University – Mumbai Port Campus to conduct an awareness session on the dangers of drug and narcotics abuse.The session was part of a broader initiative to educate and sensitize cadets about the harmful effects of drugs on both the body and mind. The officers highlighted the psychological and physical consequences of substance abuse, identifying common signs and behavioral changes associated with drug use."

The Indian Maritime University – Mumbai Port Campus celebrated the 9th International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 with great enthusiasm and fervor on 21st June 2025, aligning with the nationwide observance guided by the Ministry of AYUSH, Government of India. The event aimed to promote awareness of the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of yoga among cadets, faculty, staff, and officers.

The Hon’ble Vice Chancellor Dr. Malini V. Shankar (Retd.) IAS, of Indian Maritime University visited IMU-MPC on 4th June 2025. The visit included interactions with faculty and staff, infrastructure demonstrations, and recognition of staff achievements. Key facilities like ERS, RAMSCO & ARPA, GMDSS, and Smart Classroom were showcased. The VC appreciated the campus preparedness and engagement. The visit strengthened institutional morale and emphasized future growth in maritime education.

IMU-MPC hosted a Seminar on the topic "An overview of Ship building finance in India- existing models" by Ms Harjeet Singh Joshi, (Former Chairman, SCI), Research Scholar, IMU Chennai Campus on 28th May 2025 at 11am. The session was attended by faculty, research scholars, and students both in-person and virtually from other IMU campuses. The seminar concluded with an interactive Q&A session, during which Ms. Joshi addressed queries from the participants and shared valuable professional insights.

Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus (IMU-MPC), conducted a grand Passing Out Ceremony on 16th May, 2025 to commemorate the graduating cadets of B.Tech (Marine Engineering), Class of 2021–2025, and the 39th batch of PGDME (Post Graduate Diploma in Marine Engineering). The ceremony was graced by the presence of the Chief Guest, Shri. Rajeev Nayyer, President of the Institute of Marine Engineers (India). The Passing Out Ceremony was a fitting tribute to the cadets' hard work and achievements, and a celebration of their embarkation on professional maritime careers.

Release of the IMU MPC bi-annual magazine publication - SEASCAPE edition with the hands of chief guest Mr. Rajeev Nayyer (President IMEI), Mr. Sanjeev Mehra (Secretary IMEI), Mr. Rajesh Doshi (DMECA), Campus Director Cmde (Dr) Vivek Chawla and HOD (ME) Shri MD. Shaji. Access to e-copy: Click here

The Institute of Marine Engineers (India), Mumbai Branch, successfully organized a powerful and enriching session titled “Break the Mold – A Transformative Session” on Tuesday, 13th May 2025, at the Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus, facilitated by Ms. Deepshikha Mehra, an experienced Empowerment & Transformative Life Coach. The event was graced by Mrs. H. K. Joshi, former CMD, Shipping Corporation of India Ltd., who brought valuable insights and encouragement to the gathering. The session aimed to promote inner healing, mental wellness, and emotional resilience, creating a safe and supportive environment for participants to reflect, reconnect, and rise.

On 29th April 2025, IMU-MPC was honoured to have Mr. Brijendra Srivastava , Director at SCMS Marine Training Center, Mumbai, as the guest speaker for the 14th episode of Back to College series. Mr. Srivastava delivered an insightful presentation on the importance of risk assessment in the shipping industry.

The Gujarat Maritime Board (GMB) held a high-level Stakeholder Consultation Workshop on May 6, 2025, at The Lalit, Mumbai, to develop a Cruise Shipping Policy for Gujarat, aiming to transform the state into a major hub for coastal and international cruise tourism with a projected growth of 3.9 million passengers by 2043. The workshop was attended by Dr. S. Thangalakshmi, Associate Professor, IMU-MPC and Capt. Yogesh Chandralal Shah, Associate Professor, IMU-NMC. IMU is well-positioned to support these efforts through focused skill-building, research inputs, and industry-academic collaboration.

On 22nd April 2025, IMU-MPC observed Earth Day by organizing an essay writing competition for its Cadets, centered around this year’s global theme — "Our Power, Our Planet." The topic of the competition, also titled "Our Power, Our Planet," encouraged Cadets to reflect on the critical role individuals and communities play in safeguarding the environment. Through their essays, Cadets explored the power of collective action, sustainable maritime practices, and innovative approaches to environmental protection.

The Technical Report Writing and Model Making Exhibition was held on March 28, 2025, at the Drawing Hall of Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus. Organized by Third-year B.Tech Marine Engineering cadets as part of their academic curriculum, the exhibition showcased technical expertise and creativity in maritime engineering. A total of 13 teams presented models covering various aspects of maritime engineering. Some of the key projects included a 3D-Printed Six-Cylinder Radial Engine, Azimuth Thrusters, Panama Canal Operation Model, Fuel System Simulation, Hull Cleaner Robot, Flattener Rotor, Controllable Pitch Propeller, Sealing Tube Operation, Fresh Water Generator Simulation, Shell & Tube Heat Exchanger, AC Conditioning and A CO₂ Detector in the Exhaust System. Each model demonstrated innovative applications of engineering principles in real-world maritime operation.

The Maritime Games 2025 started from 23 Mar 2025 with a Grand opening Ceremony conducted at IMU-NMC. Mumbai Port Campus, proudly participated in the Maritime Games 2025, organized by the Directorate General of Shipping on March 24, 2025 to April 02,2025. Cadet Akshiitaa Bhardwaj made an outstanding achievement by securing the Silver Medal in the Table Tennis tournament, bringing pride and honor to our university. click here: NATIONAL MARITIME GAME 2025 REPORT

Cadets and Staff of MPC participated in the Wreath Laying Ceremony for Martyrs at the Seamen’s Memorial Hall, Indian Sailor’s Home Society, Mumbai along with the Director General of Shipping Shri Shyam Jagannathan, IAS on 05.04.2025.

Cadets and Faculty of MPC participated in the Marathon on 30th March 2025 conducted by NMD celebration committee during Maritime Games 2025 for the observance of National Maritime Week 2025.

Cadets of MPC participated in the Beach Cleaning Drive organised by NMDC on 31st March 2025 at Dadar, Mumbai.

To educate Cadets, Staff, Faculty about gender-related issues and promote a culture of inclusivity, an orientation program on Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at workplace and Gender Sensitization was organized in the campus on 11th March 2025. Dr. V.V. Purohit, Chief Medical Officer (CMO), and Dr. Aarati Ugavkar Sr. Deputy Chief Medical Officer, Mumbai Port Authority were the chief guest and trainer for the program.

Dr. Rajoo Balaji, Pro Vice Chancellor of IMU, and Shri K. Saravanan, Registrar of IMU, visited the Mumbai Port Campus on 12th March 2025 to review the ongoing campus activities. During their visit, they engaged with all the faculty members and Cadets, fostering discussions and insights to enhance campus operations and academic performance.

"PRAYAAN 6.0 Where Odyssey Begins…" hosted by the Indian Maritime University (IMU), Mumbai Port Campus, on 7th and 8th March 2025. This annual technical and cultural fest serves as a platform for students to showcase their creativity, technical expertise, and competitive spirit. The Mr. Sudipto Mukherjee, Technical Head Great Eastern Shipping and Capt. Sanjay Gujral MD, CUL Shipping grace as the Chief Guests of the event.

IMU-MPC Cadet Om Ravindra Chaudhari of B.Tech (ME) 1st year participated in the International Conference on Blue Economy which was held on 23rd to 25th January 2025 at the Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT), Bhubaneshwar, Odisha. People from various fields along with Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard gave tremendous knowledge. The Cadet participated in the following three events- 1. Poster presentation 2. Student Ideation Pitching 3. Conference proceedings. The Cadet Om Ravindra Chaudhari was among the 17 finalists in the student Ideation Pitching session.

Indian Maritime University – Mumbai Port Campus celebrated International Women's Day with great enthusiasm and zeal on 8th March 2025. The event aimed to honor and appreciate the contributions of women in various fields and promote gender equality. The celebration witnessed active participation from cadets, faculty, and staff.

On March 05, 2025, Mumbai Port Campus hosted Give Back to Alma Mater Guest Lecture Series with the distinguished Shri Vikas Kumar of DMET Batch 1977-81. The topic of the lecture was “Dry Docking”.

Cmde Sanjay D'Cunha, VSM, CSO/FODAG visited various facilities of IMU MPC on 27 Feb 2025. His visit was also intended to explore possibilities for collaboration between IMU and CSO

Cadets and faculty of IMU-MPC attended the Green Shipping Conclave 2025, hosted by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) and Institute of Marine Engineers (India) on 19th-20th Feb. 2025 at The Westin Mumbai Powai Lake, brought together key maritime leaders to discuss the future of sustainable shipping. With inspiring speakers like Dr. Malini V. Shankar, Vice Chancellor of IMU, His Excellency Mr. Arsenio Domínguez, Secretary-General of the IMO (International Maritime Organization), and Shri Shantanu Thakur, Hon'ble Minister of State for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, the event focused on green shipping innovations and sustainable maritime practices.

On February 19, 2025, Mumbai Port Campus hosted Back to College Episode-11 with the distinguished Shri Abhishek Amal Sanyal, Chief Auditor at Aptia Group. The event ignited ambition and reinforced the importance of continuous growth, adaptability, and excellence in an ever-evolving maritime world

A Blood Donation and Health Checkup Camp was successfully organized by MbPT Hospital at MPC on 18th February 2025. The event aimed to promote the importance of blood donation and provide essential health checkups for dental, eye, BP, blood sugar etc. to the cadets, students, faculty and staff of IMU-MPC

Cadets and faculty of IMU Mumbai Port Campus, attended the Maritime India Conference & Expo 2025 ( 3^rd International Exhibition & Conference on Ports, Shipping, Waterways and Logistics ) on 22-24 January 2025 at Bombay Exhibition Centre, Mumbai. The Expo was organized by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) and supported by the Indian Ports Association. It was a great event for gaining valuable knowledge and exposure to new technologies

The Environmental Club of Indian Maritime University – Mumbai Port Campus (IMU-MPC) made a remarkable impact this semester with the successful organization of an engaging Quiz Competition named ECO-QUEST on February 10, 2025. This event was designed to foster awareness about environmental issues and sustainability while encouraging a spirit of healthy competition among the cadets

The Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Campus, organized an insightful guest lecture under the Guidance, Education, and Mentorship (G.E.M) Talks series on the topic "Managing the Change". The session was delivered by Shri Deepak Rajaninath Mokashi, an esteemed chartered engineer, author, and ex-General Manager of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL)

On January 26, 2025, the Indian Maritime University (IMU) Mumbai Port Campus celebrated the 76th Republic Day with a series of events that highlighted the significance of the day and showcased the spirit of patriotism among students and staff

DMET Alumni Shri Prashant - 1983 Batch (IMG - 111856), Shri Nazir Udadhye (Director, Sibamar Marine Logistics Pvt Ltd) & his colleague - 1982 Batch (IMG -121226 & 121244) visited the Campus on 22 Jan 25 and interacted with the Campus Director

CPWD Chief Engineer Shri Ramesh Garg visited the campus on 17th Jan 2025 to review the ongoing Civil and Electrical works in the campus

2024

The Mission Recruitment event of Rozgar Mela was held on 23.12.2024 at Men’s Club, Group Centre, CRPF, Talegaon Dabhade, Post Vishnupuri, TalMaval, Pune, Maharashtra 410507. The co-ordiantors Dr. Thangalakshmi S, Associate Professor (Electrical Engineering) and Dr. Abhimanyu Kisan Chandgude, Associate Professor (Mechanical Engineering) along with Shri. Harish Upadhyay, Deputy Registrar of IMU-MPC were present in the event. The Chief Guest of the event was Hon’ble Shri. Murlidhar Mohol, Minister of State for Civil Aviation of India

IMU Mumbai Port Campus observed the Constitution Day (Samvidhan Diwas) on 26^th November 2024. The yearlong celebration began with the preamble reading under the campaign tagline “Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Swabhimaan”

The "Sexual Harassment at Workplace Prevention Week" was organized during 2nd to 09 December 2024 to create a safe and harassment-free working environment, particularly for women at IMU-MPC. The observance successfully engaged various stakeholders, including cadets, faculty, staff, and housekeeping personnel, ensuring widespread awareness.

Mumbai Port Trust (MbPT) Hospital organized health awareness and HIV testing camp in the IMU Mumbai Port campus on 04.12.2024 for the benefit of Cadets and Staff. A ‘Nukkad Natak’ is displayed by the students to create awareness about HIV Aids in the society during HIV Aids Awareness Week (01.12.2024 to 07.12.2024). House keeping, security and other outsourced employees actively participated in the health camp.

Fit India Week is an initiative aimed at promoting fitness and healthy lifestyles among students and faculty. At the Mumbai Port Campus (MPC) of the Indian Maritime University, Fit India Week was observed from November 24 to November 28, 2024, with a series of engaging activities designed to raise awareness about the importance of fitness.

I-Eskimo 2024 was conducted by the Indian Maritime University in association with DMET - MERI Alumni, Institute of Marine Engineers (India), CMMI & Lloyds Register of Shipping during Oct-Nov. 2024. The event was specially curated by Shri Rajeev Nayyer, President, IME(I). Seven eminent veterans of the industry constituted the panel of Judges. Out of 140 registered teams of IMU campuses & IMU Affiliated Institutes; 96 teams submitted final papers. 47 teams qualified for semifinal rounds and began the battle for victory. The Finals were conducted on 16 November 2024 in virtual mode. Dr. (Mrs.) Malini V Shankar (IAS Retd.) Vice Chancellor at Indian Maritime University, was the Chief Guest, click here: I-ESKIMO 2024 Press Release

Shri Harish Upadhyay, Deputy Registrar, MPC and Shri R. Saravanan, Deputy Registrar HQ attended an Outreach Program - India Education Exhibition at Indian Schools in UAE (Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi, Al-Ain) from 03.11.2024 to 09.11.2024 organized by Indus India. The exhibition was visited by 3140+ NRI students, school officials and parents. A wide range of students attended the exhibition. Many were unaware of the educational and career opportunities available in Merchant Shipping. However, both students and, in particular, parents expressed a strong interest in the IMU programs and showed a keen willingness to learn more about the opportunities offered

Vigilance Awareness Week 2024 is observed in the campus from 28th October 2024 to 3rd November 2024. The integrity pledge was taken by all officers/employees on 28th October 2024 at 10:00 hrs. A training program on “Conduct Rules” was performed by Deputy Registrar (Admin) Sh. Harish C. Upadhyay to all Officers/Faculty and Staff on 29th October 2024. The Literary Club (IMU MPC) organized a three-day (5th, 6th & 8th November, 2024) debate competition in observance of Vigilance Awareness Week 2024 with the theme 'Culture of Integrity for Nation's Prosperity'. The event aimed to foster critical thinking, enhance public speaking skills, and raise awareness on issues related to vigilance and corruption among the cadets.

Ekta Diwas is celebrated in the Campus from 28th Oct. 24 to 31st Oct. 24. The events not only honored Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's legacy but also reinforced the commitment to national integrity among cadets.

The Robotics Club of Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus, hosted Robofury 2.0, an exhilarating RC Boat Race competition, on 25th October 2024. The event, graced by Chief Guest Shri Sanjeev Mehra, Hon. Secretary, IMEI Mumbai Chapter, showcased the creativity and engineering skills of 20 student teams who designed, fabricated, and tested their boats before competing in exciting tasks. Sponsored by IMEI, Mumbai Branch, Robofury 2.0 captivated both students and staff, fostering a vibrant enthusiasm for robotics across the campus

PRAKRITI 2.0
PRAKRITI 2.0 To mark International Disaster Risk Reduction Day 2024, the Disaster Management Club at Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus, proudly presents the second edition of PRAKRITI. This AR-enabled publication, themed "Empowering the Next Generation for a Resilient Future," brings student-written articles, poetry, and reflections on disaster management to life through augmented reality. Readers can access the immersive experience using the official app, available via QR code on the cover. Experience the digital edition here: PRAKRITI e-magazine

On October 19, 2024, cadets from the Indian Maritime University - Mumbai Port Campus (IMU-MPC) participated in an adventure club activity at the Karnala Bird Sanctuary, Panvel. This excursion aimed to immerse the cadets in nature and promote environmental awareness through exploration.

An interactive session was organized by the Directorate General of Shipping (DGS) for Second Mate (F.G) candidates on 18th October, 2024 at IMU Mumbai Port Campus (LBS College). The session also included participation from internal and external examiners of DG Shipping.

Comprehensive Inspection Program (CIP) of Mumbai Port Campus Post-sea Courses (Modular and Competency) was conducted on 16th & 17th October 2024 by the IRS Senior Surveyor Capt. Ajay Arvind Gokhale, Team Leader and Capt. Girish Narwani, Team Member. In this CIP IMU-MPC received A1 Grade

TREASURE HUNT Event was organised on 10th September 2024 by the LITERARY CLUB (IMU MPC). The cadets were tasked to 'Find the clues, decode the riddle and hunt the Treasure'

Cadets of IMU MPC Batch - 09 successfully completed the Internship at GUMATECH Marine Services between the period 17th June to 21st July 2024. They gained the hands on experience in servicing of Marine machineries such as Oil purifier, Hydraulic motor, Air compressor, Vein pump, FWG Plant, etc

Cmde (Dr) Vivek Chawla (Retd.) Campus Director, IMU MPC represented IMU and attended the meeting at Massachusetts Maritime Academy (MMA), Buzzards Bay, Boston, USA on 9th October 2024. In addition, there was also a paper presentation by IMU Kolkata Campus contract faculty, Dr Dheeraj Kumar on Micro Structured and Corrosion Behavior of Laser Welded Marine Engineering Application in the IAMU Conference. Further, two cadets from IMU Vizag Campus, Mr Anindya Mukherjee and Mr Archisman Mandal presented a paper on Analysis and Validation of Fresnel Lens Based Solar Heat Accumulator for Auxiliary System of Passive Solar Distillation Device (IAMUS - Student Session). The conference brought together maritime educators, industry leaders, researchers, and policymakers from around the globe to discuss and address the future of maritime education, focusing on the theme: “Protecting Our Mariners – Promoting Our Industry – Providing for the Future.”

On the 155th birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, Swachh Bharat Diwas was celebrated with great enthusiasm. Also, on 2nd October 2024 the birth anniversary of the late Prime Minister Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri is celebrated at the campus. In honor of the day, the cadets took part in a Shram Daan activity, embodying Gandhiji's principles of cleanliness and service to society

The prestigious K.R.A Narasiah Merit Awards were celebrated with great enthusiasm at the Indian Maritime University (IMU), with the highlight being the Shri Narasiah Marine Heritage History Quiz on 26th & 27th September 2024

IMU-MPC celebrated World Maritime Day on 26th September 2024 with great enthusiasm and a focus on enhancing awareness of maritime safety. This year’s global theme, “Navigating the Future: Safety First,” One of the key events of the day was a Quiz Competition organized for the cadets, focusing on maritime safety, navigation, and the future of the shipping industry

Medical Health Check-up and HIV testing camp was organized by Mumbai Port Trust Hospital in the Campus for Cadets on 21st September 2024

IMU-MPC participated in the Tree Plantation Drive - Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign organized by Directorate General of Shipping and Mumbai Port Authority on 18th September 2024 in the campus. Chief Guest of the event Shri Rajiv Jalota (IAS), Chairman, Mumbai Port Authority and other dignitaries planted trees in the campus along with Cadets, Faculty and Staff of MPC

Cadets of IMU-MPC participated in the "Sea Shore Shine Campaign" - Mumbai's biggest Beach Clean-up Drive post Ganpathi Visarjan on 18th September 2024 at Versova Beach

Free Health Checkup Camp was organized on 13th September 2024 for all staff, faculty, students and cadets of the Campus

The DMET-MERI Ex-Cadets Association (DMECA - DMET ALUMNI WORLD) celebrated its illustrious 24th Annual Gathering Meet (AGM) on 10th September 2024 at the renowned Bombay Presidency Golf Club, Chembur. The event was attended by the Cadets and Faculty of IMU-MPC

On 11th of September 2024, Cadets of the Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus, had the privilege of visiting Indira Dock, Mumbai, which was an exhilarating experience!

On the occasion of Teacher's Day, IMU Mumbai Port Campus organized a grand celebration to honor and express gratitude to its esteemed faculty. The event took place on September 5, 2024, and was a testament to the profound respect and admiration cadets hold for their mentors

Back to College Episode 10: Guest lecture by Shri P. K. Mishra, Managing Director of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS) accompanied by Mr. Srinivas R, Vice President and Senior Principal Surveyor at Indian Register of Shipping was organized on 4th September 2024

A research article Safeguarding Maritime Operations: A Proactive Approach to Maritime Cybersecurity by Shri Anil Kumar Mishra and Shri Harish Upadhyay is published in Scopus indexed, highly cited Journal of Maritime Research published by Spanish Society of Maritime Research (SEECMAR) on 30th August 2024, it is available at https://www.jmr.unican.es/index.php/jmr/article/view/888

Cmd (Dr) Vivek Chawla, Director, IMU Mumbai Port Campus, was invited as a Chief Guest for the Passing Out Ceremony of the GME-59th Batch of The Great Eastern Institute of Maritime Studies, Lonavala on 30th August 2024

Comprehensive Inspection Program (CIP) of the campus was conducted on 28th & 29th August 2024 by the IRS surveyors, Capt. Ajay Gokhale and Capt. Girish Narwani

Fire Safety Drill and Demonstration was Conducted by CPWD for all Staff, Faculty and Students of the Campus on 26th August 2024

India celebrated its first-ever National Space Day on Friday 23rd August 2024 on the theme "Touching Lives While Touching the Moon: India's Space Saga". IMU Mumbai Port Campus witnessed the live telecast of the program in the auditorium along with a talk by the faculty on the theme, along with essays and posters making competitions for cadets

The Anti-Ragging Week at the Indian Maritime University - Mumbai Port Campus (IMU-MPC) was celebrated from August 12 to August 18, 2024, with a series of events aimed at raising awareness and promoting a ragging-free environment in the campus

Tree plantation drive was organized on independence day 15th August 2024, Campus Director, faculty, Staff and Cadets planted trees in the campus

Independence Day is celebrated with flag hoisting, singing and speech by Faculty and Cadets on 15th August 2024

Cadets of B.Tech (ME) visit the Book Fair in Mumbai on 11th August 2024

On 6th July 2024, B.Tech (ME) Cadets of IMU Mumbai Port Campus embarked on an extraordinary voyage to Alang, India’s western coast, where they witnessed Asia’s largest shipbreaking yard. They also stepped onto a massive ship undergoing dismantling. This has increased their respect for the ships that once sailed distant seas

Orientation program for all Cadets, including newly joined B.Tech and PGDME Cadets, was organized on 7th August 2024

Back to College- Episode 09: Guest lectures by Shri Manoj Singh Pal, Director (METC) IMEI and Capt. Amresh Kumar Jha, Director Kanoo Shipping, was organized on 7th August 2024

Mumbai Darshan tour completed for newly joined B.Tech (ME) Cadets on 4th August 2024

Indian Maritime University - Mumbai Port Campus (IMU-MPC) celebrated National Chemistry Day on August 2, 2024, with a variety of engaging activities and events

"International Yoga Day - 2024 celebrated in the campus on 21st June 2024. This year's theme is 'Yoga for Women Empowerment'"

"Indian Maritime University-Mumbai Port Campus (LBS CAMSAR & MERI) Mumbai’ was inspected by Shri. Shrish Kumar, E&SS and Shri Mahesh Korade, E&SS of Mercantile Marine Department (MMD), Mumbai on ,11/06/2024"

Visit of Shri K Saravanan, Registrar, IMU and Shri R. Saravanan , Deputy Registrar (Admin, Legal & Secretariat), IMU to Mumbai Port Campus on 24th May 2024.

"DRISHTI RACHNA" a Point of View writing Competition held at the Mumbai Port Campus on 22nd April 2024, aimed to spark critical thinking among cadets. It provided an opportunity for cadets to express their opinions on ongoing events worldwide, showcasing their understanding of various geopolitical, economic, and social issues.

"Guest of Honour for POP function at Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy: Cmde (Dr) Vivek Chawla (Retd), Director, IMU MPC was invited as the Guest of Honour for Passing Out Parade (POP) function of GME Batch 40 at Anglo-Eastern Maritime Academy on 3rd May 2024. He visited the campus and was shown the facilities within the campus."

"Visit of Ms Nicole Van Spronsen, MARIN to IMU MPC/NMC: Ms Nicole Van Spronsen, Project Manager - MARIN was invited to visit IMU Mumbai Campus by Director, MPC during her visit to India. She is a member of Women's International Shipping & Trading Association (WISTA). She visited IMU NMC on 25th April 2024 and delivered a talk on Women Empowerment to the girl cadets of IMU NMC and MPC Campus."

IMU Mumbai Port Campus celebrated the International Day for Women in Maritime on 17th May 2024. The theme for the year 2024 is "Safe Horizons: Women Shaping the Future of Maritime Safety"

Passing out Ceremony of B.Tech (ME) - 8th Batch and PGDME- 38th Batch on 15th May 2024. Er. Rajesh P. Doshi, DMET alumni, was the Chief Guest of the function

Indian Maritime Univeristy faculty participated in the College Duniya Education Fair during 20-21 April 2024 at Pragati Maidan, Delhi

61st National Maritime Day - Cadets of MPC participated in the 'Sagar Mein Yog' event organized by NMDC under the aegis of DG Shipping during Merchant Navy Week celebrations at Belapur Jetty on 31st March 2024

Shri Anil Kumar Mishra, Assistant Librarian, IMU-MPC participated in the five days residential training on “Nurturing Future Leadership Program” organized under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MMTTP) at IIT Bombay, Mumbai from 18 - 22 March 2024

Celebration of International Women's Day in the campus on 8th March 2024

Celebration of UDGOSH-2024: The Annual Sports Meet of Mumbai Port Campus on 7th March 2024. The Chief guest of the event was Shri Ranjit Narayanan, General Manager (Marine HR) - Anglo Eastern Ship Management Ltd

Visit of Shri Krishnan Subramanian, Vice Chairman, Institute of Chartered Shipbrokers (ICS) on 5th March 2024 to IMU-MPC

Celebration of National Science Day on 28th February 2024 at IMU-Mumbai Port Campus by organizing poster-making and speech competitions

Guest Lecture by Shri. Chirag Bahri, International Operations Manager at the International Seafarers' Welfare and Assistance Network (ISWAN - SOUTH ASIA), was organized on February 28, 2024

Visit of ISO Auditor Shri V. A Kamath and his team for inspection of the Campus on 29th February 2024

Cadet Shaikh Rehan of B-Tech M.E secured First position in Xpression-2024 22-23 Feb.2024 organized by IMU Navi Mumbai Campus (TS Chanakya) in Doodle Art competition

Shri Anil Kumar Mishra, Assistant Librarian, received paper presentation award in the G20 Library Summit-2024: Connecting Nations for knowledge and Cultural Heritage on February 7-9, 2024 at Pondicherry University, Pudducherry, India

First International Conference on Coastal Communities and Marine Pollution (CCMARPOL-2024) was organized by IMU- Mumbai Port Campus on February 2, 2024 at Hotel Courtyard by Marriot in Mumbai

Cadet. MOHAMMAD FARHAN of B.Tech M.E. Batch - 09 (BT-444) has completed his internship cum training in Electrical trade with INDIAN RAILWAYS at Carriage Repair Workshop. He gained hands on experience in power distribution of both LHB and ICF Coaches, alternator repair, battery unit, RAC system and ensuring the smooth operation of railway systems

Republic Day celebration in the campus on 26th January 2024

2023

IMU Mumbai Port Campus Faculty Capt. Ashwani Kumar Jhingan, perhaps the first Master Mariner, has been made a permanent member of the Supreme Court Bar Association, New Delhi. In light of his corporate and commercial background, he specialises in admiralty, maritime, shipping, and corporate law matters.
https://www.iafindia.com/mr-capt-ashwani-kumar-jhingan/

Street play organized by Mumbai Port Trust Hospital for creating awareness on HIV/AIDS for the Cadets, and all employees of Mumbai Port Campus on 4th December 2023.

Release of Gauge Glass-2023 Annual Magazine of DMET-MERI Ex-Cadets Association DMECA on 18th November 2023 at Mumbai Port Campus.

On November 14, 2023, the IMU Mumbai Port Campus organized a tree planting drive in honor of IMU Foundation Day. The Campus Director, Faculty, Officers, Staff, and Cadets planted several trees on the campus

A team of experts from Dynacom Tankers Management Pvt. Ltd. visited IMU MPC on 07.11.2023 for interviewing the B.Tech final year cadets for placement purposes.

'PRAKRITI' - Augmented Reality (AR) enabled e-Magazine by Disaster Management Club, IMU Mumbai Port Campus, designed and created by the Cadets of MPC

Medical Health Checkup and HIV testing Camp was organized by the Mumbai Port Campus on October 21, 2023 with the support of Mumbai Port Authority Hospital.

Beach Cleaning Drive by Cadets of Mumbai Port Campus on 21st October 2023 at Girgaon Chowpatty beach in Mumbai.

The MPC cadets of BTech (ME) 2nd & 3rd year visited INS Shivaji, Lonavla on 07 Oct 23 along with Instructor and Warden. The Cadets went around in designated wings and schools (EPCT School, NBCD School, DAG Wing, SMW, Naval Museum, Vikramaditya training simulator and SECOND) by naval officers coordinating the event and explained about the equipment by the instructors of respective wings and schools.

PARICHAY SERIES - Visit of prestigious DMET Alumni (Class of 1981-1985) COMMANDER GAURAV AGARWAL and SHRI ANUPAM RAJVANSHI to the Campus for the Guest Lecture on the topic Combustion improvement, Sustainability and Energy conservation, which was organised on 3rd October 2023 by IMU MUMBAI PORT CAMPUS.

Campus Director pays homage to Mahatama Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri on their birth anniversary 2nd October 2023

Special Campaign for Swachhata observed in the campus on 1st October 2023.

IMU Mumbai Port Campus organized training on Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) at workplace on 22nd Septemebr 2023. Advocate Reshmi Jagannathan, an eminent legal expert, graced us with her presence and conducted an enlightening legal awareness session on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment in the Workplace Act of 2013.

Literary Club of IMU-MPC has organized an Extempore competition for Cadets on 21st September 2023 to improve logical thinking and reasoning ability in Cadets.

Parichay series - Guest lecture by Cdr. Chakrapani on the topic "Leadership and Russia Ukrain War" was organized on 21st September 2023 by IMU Mumbai Port Campus.

Blood donation camp organized in the campus on 16th September 2023, with the support of Mumbai Port Trust Hospital

Teacher's Day is celebrated in the Campus on 5th September

Guest Lecture on the topic "Navika Sagar Paikrama" was organized under the series "Parichay" with Lt. Cdr. Vartika Joshi, NM on 29th August 2023 in the Mumbai Port Campus

Cadets of IMU-MPC visited the Automation Expo2023 at the 16th India International Trade Show, BEC Goregaon, Mumbai on 26th August 2023

Honourable Vice Chancellor of IMU Dr. Malini V. Shankar (retd.) IAS visited the campus on 24.08.2023 to review the CPWD works of IMU-MPC & IMU-NMC. She also interacted with the female Cadets of the Campus

Orientation programme for newly joined B.Tech 1st Year Cadets was conducted on 22nd August 2023

Guest Lecture conducted on 18th August 2023 by the speaker Shri. Prasad Nayak, Anglo Eastern Ship Management on topic Decarbonisation- Alternate Fuels

Celebration of 77th Independence Day in the Campus

Conduct of Comprehensive Inspection Program (CIP) of the campus by IRQS Surveyors Mr. Ajay Gokhale and Mr. Girish Narwani on 9th & 10th August 2023

Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Indian Maritime University (IMU) and Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB) on 28th July 2023

The Memorandum of Understanding ("MoU") was signed on 28 th day of July 2023 at IMU Mumbai Port Campus between MAHARASHTRA MARITIME BOARD (MMB) and INDIAN MARITIME UNIVERSITY (IMU) - MUMBAI PORT CAMPUS for the Training requirements i.e Revalidation Courses for crew on inland vessels as per Inland Vessels Act, 1917, as amended for the IV Deck and Engine Crew.

From Maharashtra Maritime Board Dr Manik Gursal – IAS , Chief Executive Officer MMB, and from IMU Mumbai Port Campus, the Director Cmde Dr.Vivek Chawla signed the MoU . The witness from MMB were Capt Praveen S Khara Chief Port Officer & Nautical Advisor and Mr Pradeep Badhiye- Administrative Officer (Planning) while the witness from IMU, Mumbai Port Campus were Shri Harish Upadhyay, Deputy Registrar (Administration) and Shri Vivek Chauhan – Asst. Registrar (Finance)

World Environment Day – 5th June 2023, all staff/officers took Pledge for environment day.

A pledge in English and Hindi taken on the occasion of World Blood Donor Day on 14th June 2023 physically by all officers and staff of the IMU – MPC.

"Yoga Sagarmala" and “International Yoga Day” - 21st June 2023.

Speech of Director Cmdr. Vivek Chawla on the occasion of Yoga Day

1.Distribution of Yoga T-shirts and cups to officers, faculty and staff.

2.Yoga session by Shri. Hitesh, Ministry of Ayush for all staff and students.

3.Lecture on benefits of Yoga on health by Dr. Vinod Kumar Sharma for all staff and students.

4.Yoga lecture by Shri. Hitesh, Ministry of Ayush for all staff and students.

20.06.2023 - Programme

Visited nearest schools for awareness of the importance of International Yoga Day and conduct Yoga sessions for school children.

19.06.2023

1.Essay competition is conducted on the topic of “Benefits of yoga” among the cadets.

2. Poster making Competition is conducted on the occasion of International Yoga Day among the cadets.

"Banners of "Yoga Sagarmala" and “International Yoga Day” displayed in various places of IMU – MPC campus and outside of the campus for wide publicity among the cadets/ staff/ outside public."

15.06.2023 onwards

Cadets, Faculty/Officers/Staff of IMU-MPC attended a Maritime Talk held at IMU-HQ on Maritime Cyber Security delivered by Dr. Kevin D. Jones, Executive Dean, Faculty of Science and Engineering, University of Plymouth, UK through video conferencing in the auditorium on 19th May 2023

Celebration of International Day for Women in Maritime on 18th May 2023 at Auditorium in IMU-MPC

Visit of Ms. Axcel-Marry Foster from Laval University, Quebec, Canada to IMU-Mumbai Port Campus on 17th May 2023

Visit of MTM Ship Management company for placement of B.Tech (ME) Cadets on 16th May 2023

IMU-MPC Faculty, Shri Hare Ram Hare, Assistant Professor & HoD (ME) is declared subject topper for Environmental Impact Assessment (Jan-Apr 2023) in NPTEL Exam conducted by IIT-Roorkee

Director IMU MPC attended the India Ports Conference 2023 on 12 May 2023. Honourable Vice Chancellor, Dr Malini V Shankar was the Session Chair for the Panel Discussion on Investing in Human Capital to Drive Digitalisation in the Port and Maritime sector.

Visit of ISO Team on 26th April 2023 for the conduct of QMS meeting and renewal of ISO certification of the Campus

Visit of Independent External Monitor (IEM) for Indian Maritime University Shri Sarvagya Kumar Srivastava and Dr. G Vishwakarma on 2nd May 2023.

IMU - MPC organized Eye and Dental check up camp for all the faculties, staff, cadets and students in co-ordination with Kenia Hospital, Mumbai on 19th & 22nd April 2023.

PRAYAAN FEST 5.0 at 15.04.2023 & 16.04.2023

Celebration of National Maritime Day on 5th April 2023 with Swachhta Abhiyan & Poster Making Competition in the Campus, Wreath- laying ceremony at Indian Sailors Home Society, Masjid Bunder and Maritime Awareness Walk at Marine Drive

Visit to GumaTech Marine Services and Alang Ship Scrapyard on 19-23 February 2023 Bhavnagar, Gujarat by two Faculty and 04 Cadets of the Campus.

Scholarship Event in collaboration with BW LPG and Synergy India at Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus on 23rd March 2023 in which 26 Girl cadets from IMU Kolkata Campus, IMU Kochi Campus & IMU Mumbai Port Campus got a scholarship.

Recruitment drive of K Line Ship Management (India) Pvt Ltd at Indian Maritime University, Mumbai Port Campus on 24th March, 2023.

Visit of B.Tech ME 3rd & 4th year cadets to INS Shivaji, Lonavala on 28th March, 2023.

Shri Ramdas S. Rahate, Visiting Faculty IMU MPC was awarded the "Lead Paper Presenter Award" for his paper titled "Tel Bhavan Dehradun to Sudan & Sakahalin via Urja Bhavan (Braving wild African jungle, rough seas, sand storms & frozen seas)" published in All India Seminar on ESG (Environment, Social, and Governance) in Shipping & Offshore Operation on 25th & 26th Feb 23 by Uttarakhand State Centre, Institution of Engineers (India), Dehradun.

Orientation Program conducted on 13.02.2023 to brief Cadets on IMU Model Code of Conduct, Different Club Activities and IMU- Learning Management System

Episode 8 of Back to College Series - Guest Lecture by Shri Cawsi P. Lilauwala, Ex-Chief Managing Director of Anglo Eastern Ship Management, HongKong on 01.02.2023

Conduct of Orientation Program for Even Semester Cadets on 31.01.2023

Republic Day Celebration at IMU-MPC

MOU Signed between IMU-MPC with Fleet Management for Win GD Engine Simulator System on 20/01/2023

Capt. Ashwani Jhingan, Faculty IMU-MPC completed the 21 km Tata Memorial Mumbai Marathon on 15.01.2023 which is supposed to be the largest in India and the only Indian Marathon recognized internationally

Top three positions have been bagged by B.Tech 2022 passed-out Cadets of IMU-MPC during the 'Biannual Onboard Performance Review' by the Fleet Management Shipping Company

On 11.01.2023 Campus Director Garlanded the statue of Late Shri Lal Bahadur Shastri on his Punyatithi

2022

Prof Bidanda Chengappa's online interaction with Students of MPC on Proposed MCC on Maritime Security on 05.12.2022

Visit to India International CARGO Show 2022 at Jio World Convention Center, BKC Mumbai by the Campus Director and HoD (ME) on 02 December 2022

Visit of Officers from Mumbai Port Authority to IMU-MPC on 29.11.2022 to discuss multi-skill course development

Visit of CPWD Chief Engineer Shri Ramesh Garg to IMU-MPC Campus on 25.11.2022

Celebration of Constitution Day on 26th November, 2022 by Officers/Staff and Cadets of IMU MPC

Campus Director Cmde. (Dr.) Vivek Chawla attended the 5th Edition of Indo Dutch Maritime Forum organized by MoPS&W in Mumbai on 23rd November 2022. The theme of the forum was "Enabling a Sustainable Future for Maritime Sector"

Organization of Alumni Meet - 2022 at IMU-MPC and IMU-NMC on 14.11.2022

Visit of Oman Delegation on 15.11.2022 and meeting with Vice Chancellor IMU, Directors of IMU-MPC & NMC, and DGS Shri Amitabh Kumar at Marine Plaza, Mumbai.

Vigilance Awareness Week - 2022

NAUGHTICA 2K22 talent fest organized by Offing Group on 7th & 8th October, 2022 at Bandra, Mumbai

Blood Donation Camp and TB Mukth Bharat Abhiyan "Ni-kshay 2.0" Awareness Lecture organized on 23.09.2022 with the support of MbPT Hospital

Teacher's Day is celebrated on the campus on 05.09.2022

Parichay - Induction & Orientation Program cum Guest Lecture by Capt. Gyanendra Singh on 08.09.2022

Orientation of newly joined 37th Batch of PGDME Cadets and 10th Batch of B.Tech (ME) Cadets conducted on 08.09.2022

IMU-MPC Officers visited IMU-HQ, Chennai on 06.08.2022 for NAAC Accreditation orientation.

Inspection of DECGM Simulator by Shri RR Subbarao, Senior Surveyor, DG on 25.08.2022

CIP Audit of Post-sea courses on 29th & 30th August 2022 by Shri H.N. Tiwari, Team Leader, IRS and Shri Girish Nerwani, Team member, IRS.

Campus Director Cmde (Dr.) Vivek Chawla attended the meeting at The Taj Mahal Palace on 29.08.2022 with the Delegation of Republic of Maldives comprising Dr. Mohamed Shareef- Vice Chancellor, Maldives National University and Capt. Mohamed Zaid - Head of Centre, Centre for Maritime Studies & Capt. Ahmed Zubair - Lecturer, Centre for Maritime Studies from the Maldives National University and Director General of Shipping on Maritime Training and Certification of Seafarers.

Cadet Mohammad Farhan, Cadet Mohammad Rehan, and Cadet Ankit of B.Tech 1st year (Batch-9) secured the First position in Institute level and the Third position at University Campus level, in Best of Plastic Waste Competition (Hackathon 2022) held on the occasion of Environment Day

Cadets attended the "East Asia's Largest Automation Exhibition - Automation Expo2022" on 19th August 2022

Organization of Free COVID-19 Booster Dose camp on 19.08.2022 for Cadets, Faculty, Officer/Staff of IMU-MPC with the help of Mumbai Port Trust Hospital.

Visit of Cadets to Book Exhibition on 8th August 2022 at Sunderbai Hall, Churchgate.

Celebration of Independence Day- 2022

Celebration of International Day of Yoga - 2022

Visit of CPWD Chief Engineer Shri Kamal Agarwal on 21.06.2022

Visit of Dr. (Mrs.) Malini V Shankar, IAS (Retd.) Vice-Chancellor, IMU, and Cmde. K.D. Joshi (Retd.) CoE, IMU to Mumbai Port Campus on 30.05.2022 for interaction with IME(I) Officials and Cadets of IMU-MPC

IMUurmi-2022 Fest organized by the Cadets of IMU-MPC and IMU-NMC on 24th & 25th April 2022

Vitark- A Team Debate Competition.

Cmd (Dr.) Vivek Chawla, Director, IMU Mumbai Port Campus won 1st Prize (Senior citizen category) and Cadet Paras Kumar Singh won 2nd Prize (Student Category) on 3rd April 2022 in the 59th National Maritime Awareness Run organized by National Maritime Day Celebrations (Central) Committee (NMDC), under the aegis of Directorate General of Shipping, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Govt. of India

Visit of Academic Audit Team members consisting of Shri. David Blaise D'Sylva, Chief Engineer, Mercantile Marine, Navi Mumbai and Shri. L. Sivaji, Ex-Registrar, JIPMER, Pondicherry who undertook the Academic Audit of IMU- Mumbai Port Campus on 10th & 11th March 2022.

Visit of Capt. Rajeev Goyal, Managing Director, Exmar Ship Management India Pvt. Ltd and Mr. Guido Olislagers, Managing Director, Exmar Ship Management, Antwerp on 30th March 2022.

Celebration of International Women's Day in the Campus on 8th March 2022

Visit of Naval Dockyard Officers - Cdr Avinesh Kumar and Cdr Manjinder Singh to IMU-MPC on 10th Feb. 2022

2021

Observance of Vigilance Awareness Week - 2021 (26th October to 02nd November 2021)

Observance of Hindi Pakhwada - 2021.

Observance of Swachhta Pakhwada - 2021.

ARCHIVE EVENTS / GALLERY

2020

Visit of Dr. Sergei Fandeev, Vice Consul & Director, Consulate General of the Russian Federation, Mumbai; Russian Centre for Science & Culture on 19 August 2020.