To add to the vision of Viksit Waterways for #ViksitBharat, the 6th Regional Office (RO) of Inland Waterways Authority of India has been established in sacred Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. The new RO will oversee crucial development aspects on NW-1 (Ganga). Inland Waterways Authority Of India (IWAI)
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Maritime Transport is a critical infrastructure for the social and economic development of a country. It influences the pace, structure and pattern of development. The Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways encompasses within its fold ports,shipping and waterways sectors which include Shipbuilding and Ship-repair, Major Ports, National Waterways, and Inland Water Transport. Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways has been entrusted with the responsibility to formulate policies and programmes on these subjects and their implementation. A comprehensive policy package is necessary to address the diverse issues facing the Maritime transport sector. The capacity of the ports in terms of their berths and cargo handling equipment needs to be vastly improved to cater to the growing requirements of the overseas trade.The Ports,Shipping and Waterways industry needs to be enabled to carry higher shares of the sea-borne trade in indigenous bottoms. Historically, investment in the transport sector, particularly in the ports, have been made by the States mainly because of the large volume of resources required, long gestation periods, uncertain returns and various externalities, both positive and negative, associated with this infrastructure. However, the galloping resource requirements and the concern for managerial efficiency and consumer responsiveness have led to the active involvement of the private sector in infrastructure services in recent times. To encourage private participation, Ministry of Ports,Shipping and Waterways has laid down comprehensive policy guidelines for private sector participation in the Ports sector.
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The Jogighopa Terminal on NW 2 (Brahmaputra) in Bongaigaon district of Assam is a significant infra addition for the North East. The terminal will enhance cargo movement and connectivity, not only in the region but also with neighbouring countries like Bhutan and Bangladesh. Inland Waterways Authority Of India (IWAI)
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🗓️ 28/01/2025 📍 New Delhi Shri T.K. Ramachandran, IAS, Secretary, MoPSW chaired a key meet to review developmental projects of Inland Waterways Authority of India Chambal and Yamuna rivers. Waterways Development is pivotal in strengthening 🇮🇳's logistics networks and driving economic growth! Inland Waterways Authority Of India (IWAI)
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MoPSW extends its heartfelt greetings to every citizen on the occasion of 76th #RepublicDay. Let us unite in building a Viksit Maritime sector to build a #ViksitBharat. #RepublicDay2025
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On #NationalTourismDay, let's celebrate our iconic lighthouses! Sentinels of our coasts, they are a must-visit for every tourist. Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships - DGLL under MoPSW is transforming 75 of these majestic landmarks into tourism hotspots. Come, explore their timeless charm and rich heritage!