Is IMU - IMU Kolkata Indian Maritime University a government university?

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    Saket Thakur | Contributor-Level 6

    a year ago
    Yes, the Indian Maritime University (IMU) is a government university. It was established in November 2008 by an Act of Parliament. The university is sponsored by the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India. 
     
    The IMU is a Central University that falls under the control of the Indian Government's Ministry of Shipping. It is also a member of the International Organization of Maritime Universities (IAMU). 
     
    The IMU was established to provide quality maritime education, training, and research. It was created by merging seven institutes that had a strong legacy in maritime education and training. 
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    Akshat J | Contributor-Level 7

    a year ago

    IMU - IMU Kolkata Indian Maritime University is a government institution. As per the search findings, the university attained recognition as a central university in 2008 under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Shipping, Government of India. It operates directly under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in India. IMU serves as India's premier national institute for the education and training of Merchant Navy Officers. Additionally, the university maintains campuses in various locations, including Chennai, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai Port, Navi Mumbai, and Visakhapatnam.

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