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Centre launches Rs 276 cr capacity-building initiatives at Visakhapatnam Port

16 Jul 2025

Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal launched multiple Capacity Building initiatives worth more than Rs 276 crore at the Visakhapatnam port, according to an official release.

“… Visakhapatnam Port is undergoing significant capacity enhancement with projects totalling over Rs 276 crore. These efforts are set to modernise port infrastructure, improve cargo handling efficiency, and elevate the port’s status as a leading global maritime hub,” said Sonowal.

The minister laid foundation stones for six projects with a total investment of more than Rs 116 crores with an aim to build new capacity for Visakhapatnam port. Key initiatives include the construction of a B-Ramp within the port area (Rs 33.49 crore) and a new finger jetty and wharf in the fishing harbour (Rs 32.61 crore) to boost cargo handling and support the local fishing community.

Further enhancing operational efficiency, the port will see two additional breasting dolphins at OSTT (Rs 20.87 crore) and an additional ramp linking the Ambedkar Centenary Flyover to the L-17 corridor (Rs 8.31 crore). To promote cruise tourism and public engagement, a public promenade near the cruise terminal (Rs 15.90 crore) will be developed, alongside the construction of toilet blocks at 15 locations across the port area (Rs 5.50 crore), improving amenities and accessibility. Together, these projects aim to strengthen Visakhapatnam Port’s role as a modern, inclusive, and globally competitive maritime hub.

Further, Sonowal inaugurated a series of projects at Visakhapatnam Port with a total outlay of Rs 159.96 crore. Highlights include the commissioning of the new Oil Refinery Berth-2 (Rs 42 crore) and installation of advanced fire-fighting facilities at the OSTT Berth (Rs 27 crore), enhancing safety and capacity for liquid cargo. Infrastructure upgrades feature a covered storage shed at the R-10 area (Rs 22.50 crore), road improvements from WQ-5 Junction to Essar Junction (Rs 19.69 crore), and expansion of the customs boundary wall (Rs 7.17 crore).

Strengthening digital systems, the port will introduce a new RFID gate management system (Rs 15 crore), a modern Port Operating System (Rs 10.77 crore), and a state-of-the-art Vessel Traffic Management System (VTMS) worth Rs 15.83 crore, reaffirming Visakhapatnam Port’s commitment to smarter, safer, and more efficient maritime operations.