A V Ramana appointed VC of Maritime University - The HinduPublished - November 03, 2026 08:23 pm IST - MANGALURUFormer Chairman of New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) A.V. Ramana has been appointed Vice-Chancellor of the Indian Maritime University, Chennai. | Photo Credit: SPECIAL ARRANGEMENTFormer Chairman of New Mangalore Port Authority (NMPA) A.V. Ramana has been appointed Vice-Chancellor of the Indian Maritime University, Chennai.President Droupadi Murmu, in her capacity as the Visitor of the university, made the appointment for a period of five years or until he attains the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier, according to an order issued by the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways on Monday.Before serving as Chairman of NMPA (2018-2025), Mr. Ramana was Chairman of Cochin Port Authority (2016-18). He was also Chairman of Goa Port Authority (2022-23).Published - November 03, 2026 08:23 pm ISTSign in to unlock member-only benefits!Access 10 free stories every monthSave stories to read laterAccess to comment on every storySign-up/manage your newsletter subscriptions with a single clickGet notified by email for early access to discounts & offers on our products${ ind + 1 } ${ device }Last active - ${ la }