Image for representation purposes only India has launched a new module on its e-NAVIK portal to track Indian seafarers working on ships in high-risk maritime areas, including the Strait of Hormuz, Red Sea, Gulf of Aden and Black Sea. The Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) said the new Seafarer Tracking Module will help authorities keep track of Indian seafarers, coordinate with the concerned stakeholders and respond quickly during an emergency. The Directorate said merchant ships and seafarers are facing greater risks in several areas because of ongoing geopolitical tensions and maritime security threats. Many Indian seafarers are working on Indian and foreign-flagged ships operating in or passing through these areas. Five Areas Get Priority DGMA said it wants to eventually track Indian seafarers working on ships around the world. For now, it has asked RPSLs and Indian shipowners and operators to update details of vessels carrying Indian seafarers in five high-risk areas. They are: Persian Gulf, west of the Strait of Hormuz Gulf of Oman, east of the Strait of Hormuz Red Sea Gulf of Aden Black Sea The Directorate has also listed the Strait of Hormuz , Bab-el-Mandeb and Somalia among the areas where merchant shipping and seafarers face increased maritime security risks. What the New Module Does The Seafarer Tracking Module is currently in its beta version. Once RPSLs and shipping companies update the required details, the system can track Indian seafarers onboard ships. It gives authorities a clear view of Indian seafarers on ships, especially those operating in high-risk areas. It also shows vessel and seafarer details by region. DGMA said this will help with maritime safety, seafarer welfare and coordination during emergencies. Information Ships Must Provide DGMA has asked RPSLs, shipowners, ship managers and ship operators to update the module with: Vessel identification and voyage information Details of Indian seafarers onboard RPSL details, whe