The central government vide circular dated 10th September, 2024 has issued the Merchant Shipping (Appeal) Rules, 2024. The rules provides that any person aggrieved by an order of the Principal Officer of the Mercantile Marine Department may prefer an appeal to the Appellate Authority.
The appeal shall be filed with the Appellate Authority within a period of thirty days from the date of receipt of the order. The appeal shall be accompanied by a copy of the order of the Principal Officer of the Mercantile Marine Department and a clear statement of facts appealed against, the grounds for appeal, and the relevant section of the Act.
The appeal shall be filed in triplicate by the appellant in person or by his duly authorized representative in writing or by an advocate duly appointed in this behalf, or by registered post or speed post or through electronic means. The appeal sent by post shall be deemed to have been filed to the Appellate Authority on the day it is received.
