Kerala seafarers aboard a merchant vessel at sunset
Welfare Organisation for Kerala Seafarers

Guiding Kerala's Seafarers,
Securing Their Families.

Intenting to build a welfare ecosystem for every retired and working seafarer from Kerala. Empowering the workforce from ship to shore.

AKNS Emblem
Respect After Retirement.
Protection at Sea.
Safety First United Force Welfare Driven Global Reach

Respect After Retirement.
Protection at Sea.

Inspired by a century of maritime solidarity, the All Kerala Navik Suraksha (AKNS) is a dedicated welfare society being registered to champion the rights, safety, and prosperity of Kerala's seafarers. We pledge to stand by our sailors and their families—ensuring no seafarer is left behind, whether they are navigating global waters or resting at home.


From financial security after decades of service on the high seas, to standard repatriation of the seaman when companies abandon their crew—AKNS is building a comprehensive safety net that every Kerala seafarer and their family deserves.

Executive Committee

The dedicated leaders steering AKNS towards a secure future for every Kerala seafarer.

Arjun Dev – State President

Arjun Dev

President Pathanamthitta
Jobin C Joseph – State Vice President

Jobin C Joseph

Vice President Idukki
Pramod Kumar – Vice President

Pramod Kumar

Vice President Kollam
Muhammad Rafeeqe Boppaithotti Sheik – General Secretary

Muhammad Rafeeqe Boppaithotti Sheik

General Secretary Kasaragod
Rahul Rajeevan – Joint Secretary

Rahul Rajeevan

Joint Secretary Alappuzha
Vishnu K B – Joint Secretary

Vishnu K B

Joint Secretary Kottayam
Jinto Arangassery Davassy – State Joint Secretary

Jinto Arangassery Davassy

Joint Secretary
Thulasi Prasad K N – Joint Secretary

Thulasi Prasad K N

Joint Secretary Palakkad
Vimal Kumar P V – Joint Secretary

Vimal Kumar P V

Joint Secretary Ernakulam
Rakesh Thundiyil Ullas – Treasurer

Rakesh Thundiyil Ullas

Treasurer Ernakulam
Dr.(Adv) Thushara James LLM, Ph.D – Legal Advisor

Dr.(Adv) Thushara James LLM, Ph.D

Legal Advisor TJ Legal
Geo Mrithul Antony – Website & Social Media

Geo Mrithul Antony

Website & Social Media
Hussain Pallipuzha – Advisory Chairman

Hussain Pallipuzha

Advisory Chairman Kasaragod

Coordinators

Our representatives across Kerala, ensuring AKNS reaches every seafarer at the grassroots level.

Jishnu Janardhanan – Coordinator

Jishnu Janardhanan

South Zone Coordinator Pathanamthitta
Sudhil Alami Kannan – Coordinator

Sudhil Alami Kannan

North Zone Coordinator Kasaragod
Robin George – District Coordinator

Robin George

Central Zone Coordinator Thrissur
Akash Gopinath – South Zone Coordinator

Akash Gopinath

South Zone Coordinator Thiruvananthapuram
Haritha K – Womens Wing Coordinator

Haritha K

Womens Wing Coordinator Alappuzha
Revathy Rajeev – Womens Wing Coordinator

Revathy Rajeev

Womens Wing Coordinator Alappuzha
Jayanth K L – District Coordinator

Jayanth K L

Coordinator Kasaragod
Neeraj K V – District Coordinator

Neeraj K V

Coordinator Kannur
Afsal – District Coordinator

Afsal

Coordinator Kollam
Roy – District Coordinator

Roy

Coordinator Pathanamthitta
Vysakh – District Coordinator

Vysakh

Coordinator Kozhikode
Rahul Rajeevan – District Coordinator

Rahul Rajeevan

Coordinator Alappuzha
Muhammad Riyaz – District Coordinator

Muhammad Riyaz

Coordinator Kasaragod
Shameer – District Coordinator

Shameer

Coordinator Wayanad
RENEESH K RAJAN – District Coordinator

RENEESH K RAJAN

Coordinator Thrissur
Jomon – District Coordinator

Jomon

Coordinator Alappuzha

The 10 Pillars of Seafarer Welfare

Once AKNS receives official government recognition, these are the key welfare demands we will place before the government on behalf of Kerala's maritime workforce.

I Retirement & Financial Security
01

Monthly Pension

Respect after retirement.

We will demand a guaranteed monthly pension for every retired Kerala seafarer with at least 10 years of service.

02

Free Insurance Cover

Protecting you, protecting your family.

We will propose full accidental death and disability coverage for every active, working seafarer to ensure families never suffer financial hardship.

II Education & Next-Gen Support
03

Dedicated Education Quota

Giving our children priority, not struggle.

We will request the government to reserve special seats for seafarers' children across Kerala in Higher Secondary Schools (HSS), Engineering, Nursing, and ITI programs.

04

Education Loan Subsidy

Studying without a loan burden.

We will advocate for bank-guaranteed higher education loans with an active interest subsidy for daughters and sons of registered members.

III Housing & Welfare Assistance
05

Home Loan Subsidy

Every seafarer deserves a home.

We will push for financial assistance for building your dream home in Kerala, with priority placement in government housing schemes.

06

Welfare Fund Cash Help

Timely financial relief when it matters most.

We will seek to establish direct cash assistance for a daughter/son's marriage, immediate medical aid for critical illness, and dedicated student scholarships.

IV Health, Legal & Transit Rights
07

Priority Healthcare Access

Timely care when your family needs it.

We will demand dedicated counters at Kerala Government Medical Colleges where seafarers and their families can access priority treatment using their AKNS ID Card.

08

Free Legal Support for Families

A board lawyer will fight your case for free.

We will arrange complete legal backing for families if a company abandons a crew or defaults on salary and insurance payouts.

09

Free Port Rest Rooms & Canteens

No more sleeping on footpaths during sign-offs.

We will urge the government to provide clean, modern rest rooms and subsidized canteens at Cochin, Vizhinjam, Kollam, and Beypore ports.

10

Standard Repatriation of the seaman & Rescue Team

No seafarer left behind.

If a company abandons you abroad, we will work with the government to coordinate emergency rescue, bringing you home safely with your pending salary and flight tickets.

Information

Kinship Support Registration Form

Details required when registering for family welfare support. Please keep the following information ready.

About the Seafarer

  1. Full name of seafarer as in CDC
  2. CDC / INDOS No. If unknown, write "Don't know"
  3. Rank / Department e.g. Chief Officer, Engine Room
  4. Date of incident DD/MM/YYYY
  5. Nature of loss Dropdown: Passed away at sea | Missing at sea | Accident onboard | Illness | Suicide | Other

About You — Applicant

  1. Your full name
  2. Relation to seafarer Dropdown: Spouse | Son/Daughter | Father | Mother | Brother | Sister | Other
  3. District in Kerala Dropdown: 14 districts
  4. Mobile number + WhatsApp For updates + counseling support
  5. Email ID Optional

Support Needed

  1. What help do you need most right now? Checkboxes: Compensation / Insurance claim help | Counseling | Children's education support | Pension / benefits info | Just want to register for now

Consent & Documents

  1. Declaration checkbox "I confirm the details above are true. I consent to my details being used confidentially to petition for the Kerala Seafarers Welfare Board and to receive welfare support."
  2. Upload documents Death certificate, CDC copy, Company letter. Max 3 files. "You can add these later if you don't have them now"