Dr.G.R.Balakrishnan
Dec 15 2025
Indian Ports News
Shri Vijay Kumar, IAS, Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW), Government of India, paid an official visit to Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla today. On his arrival, he was accorded a ceremonial Guard of Honour by the CISF Unit, DPA Kandla.
A major highlight of the visit was the inauguration and foundation stone laying of multiple landmark developmental projects of Deendayal Port Authority, with a total project outlay of Rs. 193 crore. These projects are poised to significantly improve port infrastructure, accelerate cargo evacuation and support long-term expansion and modernization of the Port.
Projects Inaugurated:
• Reclamation of land for development of a Shipyard Facility at Kandla.
• Coastal Road Connectivity linking the Port to National Highway-141.
• Dome-Shaped Storage Godown No. 4, enhancing modern storage capacity.
Foundation Stones Laid:
• Providing and laying of Chemical Product Pipeline from Oil Jetty No. 7 to Y-Junction within the Oil Jetty Complex, Kandla.
• Upgradation of Fenders at Cargo Berth Nos. 1 to 6 at Deendayal Port.
• Construction of E-Type Residential Quarters at Port Township, Gopalpuri, Gandhidham.
• Construction of a Conference Hall at the Administrative Office Building, Gandhidham.
• Construction of a New Shopping Complex at Port Township, Gopalpuri, Gandhidham.
• Construction of a Police Community Hall at Police Headquarters, Shinay, under CSR initiatives.
In addition, the Secretary MoPSW attended a Stakeholders’ Meet in the presence of Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman and Shri Nilabhra Dasgupta, IRS, Dy. Chairman.
