ndia’s major ports saw cargo volumes rise to 819.23 million tonnes in FY 2023-24, marking a steady growth with infrastructure upgrades.
Cargo handling at India’s major ports has grown significantly, increasing from 581.34 million tonnes in 2014-15 to 819.23 million tonnes in FY 2023-24, reflecting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.5 percent, in line with global trends. In 2023-24, cargo composition included 33.80 percent liquid bulk, 44.04 percent dry bulk, and 22.16 percent container cargo.
Ongoing infrastructure enhancements at major ports focus on capacity expansion through new berths, terminal upgrades, mechanization, and capital dredging to accommodate larger vessels. Connectivity improvements are also a priority. The Vadhavan Port in Maharashtra has been approved for development as a mega container hub to handle new-generation vessels.
To improve logistics efficiency, 107 road and rail connectivity gaps have been identified in collaboration with various ministries and included in the Comprehensive Port Connectivity Plan. These projects aim to strengthen linkages between ports and key production and consumption centers across the country.Source: PIB Delhi
