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Prime Minister to inaugurate Coal Berth–3 and lay the foundation stone for GCB–1 upgradation project at Kamarajar Port on 11 October 2026
Hon’ble Prime Minister is scheduled to inaugurate Coal Berth–3 and lay the foundation stone for the Upgradation and Operation & Maintenance (O&M) of General Cargo Berth–1 (GCB–1) at Kamarajar Port Limited (KPL) on 11 October 2026. While Coal Berth–3 has been developed at a cost of ₹261.05 crore, the GCB–1 project is being undertaken at an estimated cost of ₹221 crore under the Public–Private Partnership (PPP) mode. These projects will strengthen the Port’s cargo-handling infrastructure, improve operational efficiency and support Tamil Nadu’s growing energy and industrial requirements.
Coal Berth–3 has been developed at a cost of ₹261.05 crore, with a handling capacity of 9 million tonnes per annum (MTPA). Operated by Tamil Nadu Power Generation Corporation Limited (TNPGCL) on a captive basis, the berth is designed to handle Capesize vessels with a draft of up to 18 metres.
The Hon’ble Prime Minister is also scheduled to lay the foundation stone for the Upgradation and Operation & Maintenance (O&M) of General Cargo Berth–1 (GCB–1) at Kamarajar Port Limited under the Public–Private Partnership (PPP) Mode, at an estimated cost of ₹221 crore.
With a capacity of 3 MTPA, the project aims to modernise and mechanise the existing berth to improve cargo-handling efficiency, increase cargo throughput and diversify the commodities handled. It is also expected to reduce vessel turnaround time and enhance operational productivity.
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