Transhipment hubs, green shipping on government priority list: TK Ramachandran, secretary , ministry of ports, shipping and waterways
The Indian government has identified the establishment of a transhipment port at Galathea Bay and a mega port at Vadhavan as priority areas for the ministry of ports, shipping, and waterways. The government also aims to increase cargo transportation on inland waterways and coastal shipping. Additionally, plans for green shipping include technological advancements, availability of green fuels, infrastructure at ports, legal frameworks, and funding.