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India moving decisively toward goals of Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat: Sonowal
Jun-06-2025

Highlighting India’s growing maritime capabilities, Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has said that ‘Under the able and visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is moving decisively toward the goals of Viksit Bharat and Atmanirbhar Bharat. These goals envisage India as a modern, self-reliant, inclusive, and globally engaged economy. In this journey, the maritime sector is central - not just as a driver of growth, but as an enabler of resilience, sustainability, and strategic connectivity. India has launched wide-ranging efforts to expand port infrastructure, integrate logistics systems, and improve ease of doing business for the private sector. These reforms are already bearing fruit in the form of increased port efficiency, stronger cargo flows, and rising investor confidence.’

Sonowal said ‘India’s maritime digital ecosystem is undergoing a transformation. Initiatives such as ONOP (One Nation - One Port Process), National Logistics Portal (Marine) and MAITRI - Virtual Trade Corridor are creating a unified national platform for port services and EXIM trade. These efforts are improving operational transparency, reducing transaction time and building real-time data systems. We are also engaging with global partners to establish Virtual Trade Corridors that will digitally connect ports, enabling seamless cargo movement and reducing bottlenecks.’

Emphasising the need for a green and sustainable maritime future, the Union Minister added, ‘India is establishing three Green Hydrogen Hub Ports - Kandla, Tuticorin, and Paradip - to support the manufacturing of green hydrogen and its derivatives and to pioneer the use of alternative fuels in the maritime domain. 


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