An electronic portal named “Kerala Nouka - The IV Connect (Inland Vessel E-Portal)” of Kerala Maritime Board  has been inaugurated by the Hon'ble Minister for Co-operation, Ports and Devaswoms Shri. V N Vasavan. The electronic portal has been set up to facilitate the registration and survey of inland mechanised vessels operating in  the State by the Kerala Maritime Board. From 2024 August 1, the registration and survey process of all mechanised inland water vessels, including houseboats, in Kerala will be possible only through this portal.

The portal is part of the steps taken by the government to ensure the safety of all vessels operating in the State based on the new Inland Vessels Act, 2021. This is expected to eliminate illegal activities in this sector. A registration number with QR code is provided for the vessels registered through the portal. Passengers and inspection officials will get all information of the vessels, including passenger capacity, by scanning the QR code. Kerala is the first State to develop such an online system based on the new Act.
 

The process of transferring the details of the already registered vessels to the portal is progressing. The annual survey of these vessels can be conducted only through the portal. With the functioning of the full fledged portal, illegal vessels operating in a region can be easily detected and action cam be initiated. The board will launch its speed boats next month to strengthen enforcement activities across the State.

The e-portal can be accessed through the URL : https://iv.kmb.kerala.gov.in/