Port Blair, April 16: In view of recent surge in the positive cases of COVID – 19 in this Island and to contain the further spread of virus to other Islands, this Directorate in consultation with A&N Administration has decided to curtail/ restrict the frequency of sailing schedules in the Foreshore Sector (Swaraj Dweep & Shaheed Dweep).
The Directorate of Shipping Services has drawn a new schedule for Swaraj Dweep & Shaheed Dweep which will be effective from 19th April, 2021.
The newly drawn schedule is as follows:-
Speed Boat Swaraj Dweep: Departure Daily at 0900 Hrs – Return Daily at 1130 Hrs
Speed Boat Swaraj Dweep via Shaheed Dweep: Departure Daily at 1000 Hrs – Return Daily at 1400 Hrs (Return voyage via same route)
Speed Boat Swaraj Dweep: Departure Daily at 1300 Hrs – Return Daily at 1530 Hrs
The procedure of passenger ticketing would remain as per the prevailing system through District Administration Office and the travelling passengers would be subject to Antigen/ RTPCR Negative Test Report.
General public and commuters are requested to cooperate with the Directorate and plan their journey accordingly to avoid any inconvenience. It is, further, advised that all passengers shall strictly adhere to the following guidelines while travelling on board.
All passengers shall compulsorily were face mask properly during all time onboard vessels.
Passengers shall maintain orderly embarkation and disembarkation and avoid congregation on board vessels and maintain social distancing.
Consumption of liquor, Paan, Ghutka, Tobacco etc. onboard vessels and spitting is strictly prohibited.
All passengers are to follow the instructions and guidelines on board as per the advice of Officers and Crew of the vessel.