Summary:

In a news conference today, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal revealed important milestones reached by the Ministry in its first 100 days. The event focused on contributions to transforming India's maritime industry in accordance with the Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amritkaal Vision 2047. Secretary T.K. Ramachandran kicked off the conference, followed by Minister Sonowal, who underscored the government's proactive measures. He praised Prime Minister Narendra Modi's goal of "Ports for Prosperity and Ports for Progress," which is critical for modernizing India's maritime infrastructure.

During his speech, the Minister announced significant steps to improve port infrastructure, streamline business operations, promote sustainability, and generate job opportunities. He announced the expansion of Vadhvan Port and the designation of Galathea Bay as a major port. Over the next five years, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) anticipates container handling to exceed 40 million TEUs, creating 2 million jobs. In addition, dedicated shipbuilding clusters will be established in several states. With nearly 3,900 acres set aside for hydrogen hubs, India positions itself as a leader in renewable energy.

Source: IBEF 

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