Over 915 million tonnes cargo handled by major Indian ports in FY2025-26
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· Infrastructure (energy, ports, roads, railways)· Prelims·
Why in news
The Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways reported that major Indian ports handled 915.17 million tonnes of cargo in FY2025-26, exceeding the annual target by 7.06%.
Background
Major ports handled 915.17 million tonnes (MT) of cargo in FY2025-26. The Deendayal Port Authority was the top cargo handler, followed by Paradip Port Authority and Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA).
Facts for Prelims
- FactMajor ports handled 915.17 million tonnes of cargo in FY2025-26.
- FactCargo handling exceeded the annual target by 7.06%.
- PlaceDeendayal Port Authority emerged as the top cargo handler in FY2025-26.
- PlaceParadip Port Authority and Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) are among the top cargo handlers.
- BodyMajor ports fall under the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how port-led development and infrastructure modernization can enhance India's maritime trade competitiveness and global supply chain integration.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistics efficiency: Reduction in turnaround time through capacity augmentation and multimodal connectivity
- Trade momentum: Impact of infrastructure modernization on maritime sector growth and cargo handling capacity
Keywords: Port-led development · Multimodal connectivity · Capacity augmentation · Maritime infrastructure · Trade recovery
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