The Ministry of Labour and Employment, vide Notification No. S.O. 2486(E), has issued a notification designating the authority responsible for imposing penalties in matters related to major ports under the Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions (OSH and WC) Code, 2020. The notification forms part of the implementation framework aimed at strengthening enforcement and regulatory oversight of workplace safety and compliance standards in the ports sector. By clearly identifying the competent authority for penalty proceedings, the government seeks to ensure effective administration and adherence to occupational safety requirements under the OSH Code. Employers, port authorities, contractors, and stakeholders are advised to review the official notification carefully to understand the compliance and enforcement implications.