🇮🇳 Hon'ble Union Minister of Finance & Corporate Affairs Visits New Mangalore Port 🇮🇳 NMPA had the privilege of welcoming Smt. @nsitharaman the Hon'ble Union Minister of @FinMinIndia & @MCA21India, during her visit to Port today. Smt. S. Shanthi, Deputy Chairperson, NMPA, warmly received the Hon'ble Minister in the august presence of Shri Vivek Chaturvedi, Chairman, @cbic_india , Shri. Yogendra Garg, Member, @cbic_india, Shri Ashish Chandan, Chief Commissioner, @blrcustoms. Smt. P. Vinitha Sekhar, Commissioner, @CgstMangaluru Senior officers officers and employees of NMPA, were present on the occasion and extended their greetings to the Hon'ble Minister. #NMPA #NewMangalorePort #MoPSW #MaritimeIndia #PortLedDevelopment #ViksitBharat2047 #FinanceMinister #GovernmentOfIndia #TradeFacilitation #MaritimeSector #Mangalore

Valedictory Ceremony Concludes Maritime Economy & Port Management Training at VPA The five-day Training Programme on Maritime Economy and Port Management for Officer Trainees of the Indian Economic Service (IES), conducted from 08–12 June 2026 at Visakhapatnam Port Authority, concluded successfully. Shri Jasmeet Singh Bindra, IRTS, Chairperson, VPA, along with Shri Arun Prasad,T. IES interacted with the trainees and shared valuable insights on port administration, maritime trade and the role of ports in driving India's economic growth. The programme provided participants with practical exposure to the maritime sector and strengthened their understanding of port-led development initiatives. The Officer Trainees appreciated the course design, resource persons engagement, site visits for practical exposure and hospitality of VPA. @shipmin_india @Indportsassn #VisakhapatnamPortAuthority #VPA #MaritimeEconomy #PortManagement #IndianEconomicService #IES #MaritimeSector #PortLedDevelopment #CapacityBuilding #Shipping #Logistics #BlueEconomy #MaritimeTraining #IndiaGrowth #PortsOfIndia #Sagarmala #MaritimeIndia #LeadershipDevelopment #VizagPort

🚨 Major Milestone for SMPK! In a significant step towards unlocking growth and development, Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMPK) has successfully reclaimed 54,699 sq. m. of encroached land across the Kolkata Dock System during May–June 2026. This recovered land will create new opportunities for: 🏗️ Industrial development 📦 Logistics and warehousing facilities 🚢 Port-led infrastructure projects 📈 Trade, commerce and business expansion Every acre recovered strengthens the foundation for a more efficient, future-ready and economically vibrant port ecosystem. Recovering land. Enabling development. Building the future. @shipmin_india #SMPK #SyamaPrasadMookerjeePort #KolkataPort #PortLedDevelopment #MaritimeIndia #Infrastructure #Logistics #IndustrialGrowth #EaseOfDoingBusiness #ViksitBharat #PortsForProsperity

Welcoming the Parliamentary Committee on the Welfare of SCs & STs to NMPA On 10th June 2026, Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, Chairman, NMPA, along with Smt. S. Shanthi, Deputy Chairperson, NMPA, and Shri Mrityunjay Jha, Director, @shipmin_india extended a warm welcome to the Parliamentary Committee on the Welfare of Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes during their study visit to Mangalore. The visit provided an opportunity to showcase NMPA's initiatives, infrastructure, and efforts towards inclusive growth, employee welfare, and sustainable development in line with the vision of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways. NMPA remains committed to fostering equitable development and promoting welfare-oriented initiatives for all sections of society. #NMPA #MoPSW #ParliamentaryCommittee #SCSTWelfare #InclusiveGrowth #ViksitBharat #PortLedDevelopment #MangalorePort #Governance #PublicService

Visakhapatnam Port Authority continues to power India's maritime growth! 📈 VPA has handled 18.72 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of cargo during the first 71 days of FY 2026–27, compared to 16.66 MMT in the corresponding period last year, registering an impressive 12.36% growth. ⚓ With an additional 2.06 MMT cargo handled, VPA remains committed to enhancing operational efficiency, strengthening trade connectivity, and supporting the nation's economic progress. @shipmin_india @Indportsassn #VPA #MaritimeIndia #PortLedDevelopment #CargoGrowth #Logistics #Shipping #BlueEconomy #PortOperations #MaritimeTrade #InfrastructureGrowth #EconomicGrowth #Sagarmala #IndiaGrowthStory #TradeAndLogistics #PortsOfIndia #ShippingIndustry #VizagPort #AtmanirbharBharat #TransformingTrade #AcceleratingGrowth #PoweringTheNation

The Gujarat maritime story is not about ports alone—it’s about creating opportunities, reducing logistics costs and connecting Indian industry to global markets. A coastline becomes an economic powerhouse when policy, entrepreneurship and infrastructure sail in the same direction. Gujarat’s maritime journey is proof of what collaborative nation-building can achieve.@CMOGuj @Ports_GMB @PIB_ShipMin #GujaratMaritime #BlueEconomy #PortLedDevelopment #MaritimeIndia #ViksitBharat

Kakinada Gateway Port Nears Operational Launch ⚓ • Kakinada Gateway Port is gearing up to commence operations from December, with Berth-1 nearing completion • The port is designed to handle 2,00,000 DWT cape-size vessels and is expected to become Andhra Pradesh’s deepest port • Enhanced cargo handling capabilities are set to boost trade, exports, coastal shipping and logistics efficiency across the East Coast #AndhraPradesh #Kakinada #KakinadaPort #Maritime #Ports #Logistics #Trade #Infrastructure #InvestInAP #PortLedDevelopment @AKNarne @pdsdnn @straightarrow26 @talasilavsagar @Aishwaryathiri1

🌊India’s maritime transformation is making waves! From a port capacity of just 800 MTPA in 2014 to 2,760 MTPA in 2026, India has more than tripled its capacity in just over a decade. Faster turnaround times, world-class infrastructure, and greater global connectivity are powering India’s rise as a leading maritime hub. ⚓📈 #PortLedDevelopment #ViksitBharat @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @PMOIndia @cgiguangzhou @EOIBeijing @diaspora_india

🚢 भारत-यूएई व्यापार सहयोग को नई गति! MAITRI आधारित वर्चुअल ट्रेड कॉरिडोर से माल ढुलाई होगी तेज, लागत होगी कम और व्यापारिक कनेक्टिविटी होगी अधिक सुगम। #MAITRI #IndiaUAE #VirtualTradeCorridor #DigitalTrade #MaritimeConnectivity #ViksitBharat #PortLedDevelopment #TradeGrowth

Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel approves ₹629 crore for four-laning 6 key roads in Kutch. Read more: constructionmirror.com/gujar… #Gujarat #Kutch #RoadInfrastructure #MundraPort #Logistics #IndustrialDevelopment #Connectivity #PortLedDevelopment #ConstructionMirror

🌊India’s maritime transformation is making waves! From a port capacity of just 800 MTPA in 2014 to 2,760 MTPA in 2026, India has more than tripled its capacity in just over a decade. Faster turnaround times, world-class infrastructure, and greater global connectivity are powering India’s rise as a leading maritime hub. ⚓📈 #PortLedDevelopment #ViksitBharat @MEAIndia @IndianDiplomacy @PMOIndia

The Virtual Trade Corridor powered by MAITRI (Master Application for International Trade & Regulatory Interface) was operationalised on 15th May 2026 during the visit of Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi to the UAE. By digitally connecting customs and port authorities, MAITRI will streamline cargo movement, reduce costs and transit time, and enable faster, smarter and more efficient trade flows between the two nations. A major step towards seamless cross-border trade and enhanced maritime connectivity. @narendramodi #MAITRI #IndiaUAE #VirtualTradeCorridor #MaritimeIndia #DigitalTrade #PortLedDevelopment #ViksitBharat

Through efficient maritime connectivity, Gujarat continues to strengthen supply chains and drive industrial development across the region. [ Gujarat Maritime Board, Industrial Growth, Maritime Trade, Port Connectivity ] #GujaratPorts #IndustrialGrowth #PortLedDevelopment

🧵 On World Ocean Day, CM @vdsatheesan outlined Kerala's vision for a Blue Economy-led future: 🔹 Focus on building Kerala a port-led economy by increasing coastal cargo movement and strengthening logistics infrastructure. 🔹 Kerala has over 600 km of coastline and immense untapped maritime potential. 🔹 The state possesses: • 2 international ports • 2 container terminal • 17 non-major ports • Fishing harbours & inland waterways 🔹 Vizhinjam International Seaport is set to become the cornerstone of Kerala's maritime growth and a gateway for global shipping. 🔹 Key growth sectors: • Logistics & shipping • Shipbuilding & repair • Fisheries & aquaculture • Cruise tourism • Maritime services 🔹 Future-ready initiatives: • Green ports • Smart shipping • Offshore renewable energy • Marine biotechnology • Blue carbon projects 🔹 Economic growth must go hand in hand with marine conservation, tackling plastic pollution, climate change, and coastal erosion. 🔹 Kerala has the opportunity to emerge as India's maritime gateway and a leading Blue Economy hub. #WorldOceanDay #BlueEconomy #Kerala #VizhinjamPort #MaritimeKerala #PortLedDevelopment

इस हफ्ते हमारे बंदरगाह! कुशल संचालन, बेहतर कनेक्टिविटी और विश्वस्तरीय बंदरगाह अवसंरचना के माध्यम से भारत की आर्थिक प्रगति को नई गति दे रहे हैं। #PortsOfIndia #MaritimeIndia #ViksitBharat #PortLedDevelopment

⚓ Andhra Pradesh’s 3 major greenfield ports moved from proposals to execution under YS Jagan’s government. 🔹 Ramayapatnam Port 💰 Cost: ₹10,009 Cr 📈 Progress: 78.48% 🔹 Machilipatnam Port 💰 Cost: ₹5,156 Cr 📈 Progress: 57.78% 🔹 Mulapeta Port 💰 Cost: ₹4,362 Cr 📈 Progress: 75.5% Between 2019–24, approvals were secured, land was acquired, contracts were awarded, and construction began. These ports are the foundation of Andhra Pradesh’s future maritime economy, industrial growth, exports, and jobs. #YSJagan #AndhraPradesh #PortLedDevelopment #Ramayapatnam #Machilipatnam #Mulapeta #appdevelopment

⚓ Andhra Pradesh’s 3 major greenfield ports moved from proposals to execution under YS Jagan’s government. 🔹 Ramayapatnam Port 💰 Cost: ₹10,009 Cr 📈 Progress: 78.48% 🔹 Machilipatnam Port 💰 Cost: ₹5,156 Cr 📈 Progress: 57.78% 🔹 Mulapeta Port 💰 Cost: ₹4,362 Cr 📈 Progress: 75.5% Between 2019–24, approvals were secured, land was acquired, contracts were awarded, and construction began. These ports are the foundation of Andhra Pradesh’s future maritime economy, industrial growth, exports, and jobs. #YSJagan #AndhraPradesh #PortLedDevelopment #Ramayapatnam #Machilipatnam #Mulapeta #APDevelopment

Ramayapatnam. Machilipatnam. Mulapeta. Three ports that spent years on paper finally entered the execution stage under @YSRCParty government. Approvals secured. Land acquired. Contracts awarded. Construction launched. Governments may complete them, but history will record who moved them from proposal to reality. Thank you @ysjagan garu #YSJagan #AndhraPradesh #PortLedDevelopment #APDevelopment

Andhra Pradesh is proving how a strong coastline can drive economic transformation. 🚢📈 ✅ 8 Port-Led Industrial Cities ✅ ₹10,522 Crore Infrastructure Push ✅ Dedicated Clusters for Pharma, Defence, Petrochemicals, EVs, Shipbuilding, Electronics & Clean Energy Ports are no longer being viewed as mere cargo handling points. They are being developed as growth engines that attract industries, create jobs, boost exports, and strengthen logistics networks. By integrating every major port with an industrial ecosystem, Andhra Pradesh is laying the foundation for long-term global competitiveness and sustainable economic growth. A visionary approach that gained momentum under the leadership of @ysjagan garu #AndhraPradesh #PortLedDevelopment #IndustrialGrowth #YSJagan #Infrastructure #EconomicDevelopment #MakeInIndia #Logistics #Exports #BlueEconomy 🚢🇮🇳

Shri Vijay Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, held discussions at the Head Office on key port-led development initiatives. Joined by Chairperson Shri Rathendra Raman, MD (HDC), senior officials and HoDs, the deliberations focused on enhancing port efficiency, strengthening infrastructure and advancing the vision of port-led growth. ⚓ #MaritimeIndia #PortLedDevelopment #Kolkata #SMPK @shipmin_india @PIB_India @PIB_ShipMin