Section38
The Major Port Authorities Act, 2021

Security for loans taken out by Boards of Major Port Authorities

In force From 03 Nov 2021 Act 1 of 2021 As on 17 Oct 2026

Act 1 of 2021 Ministry Ports, Shipping and Waterways Enacted 17 Feb 2021 In force 03 Nov 2021

Section 38 of the Major Port Authorities Act, 2021 deals with security for loans taken out by Boards of Major Port Authorities. If a loan is raised by the Board of any Major Port and a security other than the port security is required to be furnished to secure such loan, the Board of that Major Port may secure such loan against— (a) the port assets other than— (i) any sum set apart by the Board— (A) as the sinking fund for t The Act came into force on 03 Nov 2021.

If a loan is raised by the Board of any Major Port and a security other than the port security is required to be furnished to secure such loan, the Board of that Major Port may secure such loan against—

(a) the port assets other than—

(i) any sum set apart by the Board—

(A) as the sinking fund for the purpose of paying off any loan; or

(B) for the payment of pension to its employees; or

(ii) the provident or pension fund established by the Board; and

(b) income of the Board from the port assets and services.

Section 38, The Major Port Authorities Act, 2021 (Act 1 of 2021).

Questions about Section 38

What does Section 38 of the Major Port Authorities Act deal with?

Section 38 of the Major Port Authorities Act is headed "Security for loans taken out by Boards of Major Port Authorities". If a loan is raised by the Board of any Major Port and a security other than the port security is required to be furnished to secure such loan, the Board of that Major Port may secure such loan against— (a) the port assets other than— (i) any sum set apart by the Board— (A) as the sinking fund for t

How do I find court cases under Section 38 of the Major Port Authorities Act?

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When did Section 38 of the Major Port Authorities Act come into force?

Section 38 of the Major Port Authorities Act, cited as Major Port Authorities Act 38, came into force on 03 Nov 2021, having been enacted on 17 Feb 2021. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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