April 11, 2026 1:50 PM

Sagarmala: 315 projects worth Rs 1.57 lakh crore completed to boost maritime sector

India’s maritime sector has seen significant expansion in capacity, connectivity, and operational efficiency over the past decade and the Sagarmala programme has contributed to the modernisation of ports, the development of coastal and inland waterway infrastructure, and the enhancement of cargo handling capabilities, an official fact-sheet said on Saturday. Over the past 11 years, the Sagarmala programme has delivered measurable outcomes. Sagarmala 2.0, supported with Rs 85,482 crore, aims t...

September 2, 2025 9:25 PM

PM Narendra Modi to take part in India Maritime Week in Mumbai: Sarbananda Sonowal

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the upcoming India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai from October 27–31 and deliver the keynote address at the Global Maritime CEO Forum, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, announced on Tuesday. Speaking at the Water Voyage Northeast 2025 conference in Guwahati, Sonowal described the event as a historic opportunity to showcase India’s maritime strength, with participation expected from over 100 countries and more ...