MoPSW identifies potential of 1,300 mtpa cargo movement by coastal shipping by 2047

The MoPSW has identified a total potential of 1,300 mtpa cargo movement by coastal shipping by 2047. This target has been set under Amrit Kaal Vision. For the enhancement of coastal cargo handling capacity and facilitation of passenger movement along the coast, the government has taken various projects under the Sagarmala Programme. Five dedicated coastal berths have been developed, creating a handling capacity of 6.34 mtpa along with 10 projects worth Rs 5.27 billion for roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro)/ ro-ro passenger jetties, etc. have been completed. For the promotion of coastal shipping under the National Logistics Policy, MoPSW has introduced green channel clearance, first and last-mile road and rail connectivity, and sectoral plans for efficient logistics. Also, the MoPSW introduced priority berthing policy and green channel clearance for faster evacuation of coastal cargo at ports, to facilitate cargo vessels.