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The Indian government is implementing a comprehensive plan to bolster Inland Water Transport (IWT) as an integral part of the nation's multimodal transport strategy, focusing on creating advanced waterway infrastructure, digital reforms, and environmental sustainability under the initiatives Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
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Kamarajar Port has become India's second major port to achieve 18-metre draft capability, allowing it to handle Capesize vessels with up to 1,70,000 DWT cargo capacity. This achievement follows the completion of Capital Dredging Phase VI, which strengthens India's maritime logistics and global competitiveness.
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways of India is undertaking substantial changes to promote sustainable and eco-friendly practices at ports. As part of the Maritime India Vision 2030 and the 'Harit Sagar' Green Port Guidelines, the ministry focuses on transitioning to electric/hybrid technology and renewable energy,
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways outlines the Maritime India Vision 2030 (MIV 2030) aimed at enhancing port infrastructure, logistics efficiency, and maritime sector growth. Since 2022, improvements have been seen in port capacity, logistics, vessel turnaround, and coastal cargo tonnage at major ports. Initiatives include the operationalization of
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The Maritime India Vision 2030 is significantly progressing in Uttar Pradesh with numerous projects enhancing the state's waterway infrastructure. Initiatives such as the construction of community jetties, fairway maintenance, and navigational aids are contributing to increased cargo movement and employment generation. Key projects are detailed with their financial
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The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has launched strategic initiatives under the Maritime India Vision 2030 and Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 to ensure balanced growth in the maritime sector. The initiatives cover areas such as shipbuilding, inland waterways, cruise tourism, and digital transformation. To support these, a financial framework
Maritime India Vision 2030
The Maritime India Vision 2030 aims to transform India's maritime sector with over 150 initiatives and investments of ₹3–3.5 lakh crore. The sector is crucial for India's economy, handling 95% of trade by volume and 70% by value. Major ports are experiencing significant growth,
Port Modernization
The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways has announced the Maritime India Vision 2030, aiming to transform the Chennai-Kamarajar-Cuddalore cluster into a Mega Port by 2047, with a cargo handling capacity of over 300 million tonnes per annum. Under the Sagarmala Programme, 234 projects worth Rs. 2,91,279Cr. are