Indian minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurates projects in ChPA, KPL

05 Nov '24

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Indian minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurates projects in ChPA, KPL

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Indian minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated key infrastructure projects at Chennai Port Authority and Kamarajar Port Limited, with a combined investment of ₹187.33 crore (~$2.26 million).
The initiatives aim to enhance port infrastructure, streamline trade, and promote green practices in line with India's maritime growth and sustainability goals.

Indian Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal has inaugurated a series of essential infrastructure projects at the Chennai Port Authority (ChPA) and Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL). These initiatives, launched with a combined investment of ₹187.33 crore (~$2.26 million), are set to strengthen port infrastructure, streamline trade operations, and advance India’s green port initiatives.

The minister inaugurated several high-impact projects, starting with the construction of four new EXIM godowns at Chennai port, with a project cost of ₹73.91 crore (~$8.90 million). Covering an area of 18,000 sq meters, these godowns will provide essential storage for sensitive cargo, including agricultural products and food grains, which require dedicated, clean, and covered storage solutions. This project, fully funded under the Sagarmala scheme, is aligned with India’s goal of expanding its trade capacity at major ports to meet growing demand, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said in a press release.

During the event, Sonowal highlighted the importance of these projects in enhancing India’s maritime growth and sustainability. “These projects are a testament to our commitment to strengthening India's maritime infrastructure and our unwavering focus on sustainability. We are laying the groundwork for seamless operations and green practices, preparing our ports to meet the evolving demands of global trade while ensuring they align with environmental goals,” he said.

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