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Women Break Barriers at Kerala's Vizhinjam Port

March 10, 2025 1 min read
author Anamika Mishra, Sub Editor
Kerala’s Vizhinjam port, one of India’s most ambitious maritime projects, is seeing a transformation—women are stepping into roles traditionally held by men. From operating heavy machinery like cranes and container trucks to working in engineering and port management, women are breaking barriers in an industry long considered male-dominated. This shift is the result of targeted policies and training programs that encourage female participation in port operations. The Kerala government, along with private logistics firms, has been actively supporting gender diversity by providing technical training and ensuring workplace safety. Women working at the port

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