Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal releases 'Sagar Estimation' Guidelines for Indian Port Performance Index

Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal releases 'Sagar Estimation' Guidelines for Indian Port Performance Index

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Category : National Published on: February 19 2024

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  • Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, launched the 'Sagar Aankalan' guidelines, focusing on improving Indian ports' performance.
  • These guidelines aim to enhance efficiency by mapping, benchmarking, and aligning standards with global benchmarks, thus boosting India's maritime sector.
  • The launch follows the success of GMIS 2023, a significant maritime summit that garnered a remarkable investment commitment of ₹10 lakh crore, highlighting the sector's potential for growth and development.
  • The initiative underscores the government's commitment to modernizing and optimizing India's maritime infrastructure, aligning with broader goals of economic growth and global competitiveness.
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