Odisha Ports Drive Trade, Rs 16.5 Billion Investment Secured

29 Jul 2025 CW Team

Odisha’s maritime trade and logistics capabilities have significantly advanced, both in domestic and international spheres, driven by strategic policies of the Odisha Maritime Board and Commerce & Transport Department, officials said on Saturday.

Cargo handling capacity at non-major ports has reached 80 million tonnes per annum (MTPA), with Dhamra Port handling 46.08 MTPA and Gopalpur Port managing 6 MTPA in FY 2024–25. This has yielded Rs 3.06 billion in revenue for the state. Meanwhile, Paradip Port Authority retained its position as India’s largest cargo-handling major port with 150.41 MTPA during the same period.

Odisha’s modernisation efforts include deeper berths and advanced port technologies, enhancing global trade integration and coastal connectivity. Improved feeder services are ensuring last-mile delivery to industrial and agricultural zones.

A concession agreement with JSW Utkal Steel Ltd for a captive jetty to support its integrated steel plant will bring Rs 2.10 billion in investment and generate employment for around 3,450 people. Separately, a revised agreement with Gopalpur Ports Ltd following a 95 per cent equity transfer to Adani Ports & SEZ will attract Rs 16.55 billion in investment and create approximately 5,000 jobs.

In support of a skilled maritime workforce, simulators have been installed at the Crew Training Institute, Chandbali, and Odisha Maritime Academy. Additionally, the Directorate of Ports & Inland Water Transport has distributed nearly 35,000 life-saving devices to boat operators with a 95 per cent subsidy to improve inland water safety.

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