The Government of Odisha has announced a major plan to expand its total port handling capacity to 500 million tonnes (MT) annually by 2047, positioning the state as a dominant force in the global maritime trade. The announcement was made by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi during a special session at the India Maritime Week in Mumbai. #Odisha #GovernmentofOdisha #globalmaritimetrade #IndiaMaritimeWeek #Mumbai #port #Shipping #Maritime #Mumbai #IMW #Nesco

The Lok Sabha has passed the Indian Ports Bill, 2025, which replaces the Indian Ports Act, 1908, to modernise port governance, improve trade efficiency, and strengthen India’s position in global maritime trade. Introduced by Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal, the bill aims to simplify port procedures, digitise operations, ensure uniform safety standards, and promote sustainable port development across the country. #maritimetrade #Indianportsact1908 #Indianportsbill2025 #maritimeIndia #globalmaritimetrade #Logistics #Shipping #Trade