Government Approves ₹132 Crore Road Over Bridge Project at Kandla Port
Centre clears Rs 132 crore road over bridge project at Kandla to ease congestion, boost cargo flow
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The Indian government has approved a ₹132.51 crore road over bridge project at Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla, Gujarat. This initiative aims to alleviate congestion and enhance cargo evacuation, supporting the broader Sagarmala Programme and PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan for improved logistics integration.
- 01The project will cost ₹132.51 crore and is part of the Sagarmala Programme.
- 02It aims to ease congestion and improve cargo evacuation at Kandla Port.
- 03The bridge will be constructed at level crossing LC-235 by Western Railway.
- 04This initiative is expected to enhance India's logistics efficiency and trade.
- 05The project aligns with the government's push for integrated infrastructure planning.
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The Indian government has sanctioned a ₹132.51 crore road over bridge (ROB) project at the Deendayal Port Authority in Kandla, Gujarat, to alleviate congestion and enhance cargo flow. This initiative is part of the broader Sagarmala Programme, which aims to promote port-led development and improve logistics integration through the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan. The bridge will be constructed at level crossing LC-235 by Western Railway and is expected to address long-standing bottlenecks that hinder cargo movement, thereby improving operational efficiency at the port. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, emphasized that the project will create world-class port infrastructure, reinforcing India's position as a global maritime hub. The project was approved after a review by the Delegated Investment Board (DIB) to ensure compliance with updated safety standards. Once completed, the ROB is anticipated to facilitate uninterrupted port-bound traffic and strengthen India's maritime logistics chain, enhancing connectivity between various transport modes.
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The road over bridge will significantly reduce congestion at Kandla Port, leading to faster cargo evacuation and improved logistics efficiency. This will benefit businesses relying on timely cargo movement and may enhance trade opportunities.
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