The Union government has sanctioned Rs 72.4 billion under the Sagarmala Programme to develop a multi-purpose berth and wharf at Kollam Port in Kerala. The project, with a total estimated cost of Rs 151.5 million, includes construction of a 101 metre long and 21 metre wide wharf along with ancillary facilities. The development is aimed at strengthening Kollam Port’s role in logistics, warehousing, tourism and other maritime activities. The Kerala government has already given in-principle approval to develop the port through a public-private partnership model and is preparing a detailed project report.
With Vizhinjam Port handling increasing export-import cargo, developing smaller ports such as Kollam is expected to improve cargo movement, enhance connectivity with other ports, attract private investment and generate employment opportunities across the maritime and logistics sectors.