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India's Gateway to Prosperity: Vizhinjam Port Set to Anchor Kerala’s Economic Future

October 24, 2024 5 min read
author Anamika Mishra [Sub Editor]
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The Vizhinjam International Transhipment Deepwater Multipurpose Seaport in Kerala is set to change the state's economy by becoming an important port for sea trade. This big project by Adani Ports and Logistics is India’s first new port built from scratch. The investment of over ₹20,000 crore is made through a partnership between the government and private companies. Because the port is located close to major shipping routes, it can handle large cargo ships, making trade faster and more efficient. Strategic Location and Connectivity Vizhinjam Port is strategically positioned just 10 nautical miles from critical international shipping lanes joining Europe, the Persian Gulf, Southeast Asia, and the Far East. The strategic location enhances India's maritime capabilities and infers that smoother trade flows will be possible. Its natural draft of 20-24 meters can host ultra-large container vessels up these massive ships that are becoming increasingly common worldwide. This depth is one of

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