National Waterways Act

The National Waterways Act is a law passed by the government to identify, develop, and protect rivers and waterways for navigation, transportation, and commerce. It designates specific rivers and their course segments as national waterways, facilitating easier movement of goods and people. This act aims to boost economic growth, improve connectivity, and promote sustainable development by infrastructure projects like dredging, building ports, and maintaining navigable channels. In essence, it provides a legal framework to harness water bodies for efficient, safe, and eco-friendly transportation and trade.