Section 2. In India, the Major Port Trusts were created by the Central Government in 1960's following the Servi

2. In India, the Major Port Trusts were created by the Central Government in 1960's following the Service Port Model. Each of the Major Port Trust so constituted is being governed by a Board of Trustees. The powers of these Trustees are limited as they are bound by the directions on policy matters and orders of the Central Government. The current model of the Board of Trustees has operational restrictions due to diverse representation of the Trustees on the Board. With the growth and development of private ports, the Major Ports are facing severe competition and difficulties in implementing the changes which may help the Major Ports compete in the evolving market conditions. The regulation of tariff in the Major Ports by the Tariff Authority under the Major Port Trusts Act, 1963 and their administrative control by the Central Government are some of the critical factors hindering their growth and development.