The union minister of ports, shipping and waterways launched multiple capacity building initiatives worth more than Rs 2.76 billion at Visakhapatnam Port on July 14, 2025.
Foundation stones were laid for six projects worth more than Rs 1.16 billion. Notable projects include construction of a B-ramp within the port area (Rs 334.9 million) and a finger jetty and wharf in the fishing harbour (Rs 326.1 million), two additional breasting dolphins at offshore tanker terminal (OSTT) (Rs 208.7 million) and an additional ramp linking the Ambedkar centenary flyover to the L-17 corridor (Rs 83.1 million). A public promenade near the cruise terminal (Rs 159 million) will be developed to promote cruise tourism, alongside the construction of toilet blocks at 15 locations across the port area (Rs 55 million), improving amenities and accessibility.
Additionally, the minister inaugurated a series of projects at Visakhapatnam Port with a total outlay of Rs 1.6 billion. Key projects include the commissioning of the new oil refinery berth-2 (Rs 420 million), installation of advanced fire-fighting facilities at the OSTT berth (Rs 270 million), building a covered storage shed at the R-10 area (Rs 225 million), road improvements from west quay-5 junction to Essar junction (Rs 196.9 million), and expansion of the customs boundary wall (Rs 71.7 million). Further, the port will introduce a new radio frequency identification gate management system (Rs 150 million), a modern port operating system (Rs 107.7 million), and a state-of-the-art vessel traffic management system (Rs 158.3 million).
These projects aim to enhance cargo handling, boost safety, foster tourism, and drive digital transformation, strengthening Visakhapatnam Port’s role as a modern, inclusive, and globally competitive maritime hub.