Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla, has set a new national record by becoming the fastest major port in India to handle 100 million tonnes of cargo in the financial year 2025–26. The milestone, achieved ahead of schedule, underscores the port’s operational strength, stakeholder coordination and its expanding role in India’s maritime trade, the authority said in a press release. The achievement reflects DPA Kandla’s strong cargo-handling capabilities across liquid, dry bulk, break-bulk and container segments. Early crossing of the 100 million metric tonne (MMT) mark highlights rising operational efficiency and supports India’s broader objectives under the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision, which aims to boost trade and industrial growth along the western coast. The accomplishment enhances India’s maritime competitiveness and improves ease of doing business, logistics efficiency and trade connectivity across Gujarat and northern India. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal congratulated the port team, noting that the feat reflects the rapid transformation underway across India’s ports and logistics sector. “We are building world-class maritime infrastructure and efficient ports for a stronger, future-ready maritime India,” he said in a post on X. According to the release, the milestone was enabled by efficient marine and berth operations, strengthened cargo evacuation systems and improved hinterland connectivity. Continuous upgrades to storage yards, logistics facilities and digital systems further contributed to seamless operations. Close coordination among Traffic, Marine, Mechanical, Civil, Finance and Administration departments ensured round-the-clock cargo movement. Port Chairman Sushil Kumar Singh praised the collective effort behind the record. “Crossing 100 million tonnes in record time is a proud moment for DPA Kandla and for the maritime fraternity of India. This achievement is the result of the relentless commitment and teamwork of our Shramik brothers and sisters, officers, employees, workers, marine crew, port users and trade partners,” he said. He added that DPA Kandla remains aligned with the Prime Minister’s vision to position India as a global maritime leader, and is advancing green transformation through renewable energy and green hydrogen initiatives. “This milestone is a stepping stone to even greater accomplishments in the coming months.”