India's Parliament has enacted the Maritime Anti-Piracy Bill 2022, a pivotal legislative step to enhance national maritime security. With piracy posing significant threats to international shipping routes, this bill establishes a comprehensive legal framework to effectively counter such crimes.
The bill passed in the Lok Sabha on January 21, 2026, and swiftly moved through the Rajya Sabha, underscoring the urgency to bolster naval law amid rising maritime threats. Its primary aim is to equip naval forces with the necessary legal authority to combat piracy on the high seas.
