West Bengal set to become eastern India’s Maritime Hub with ₹19,209 crore investment plan

Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal met West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari in Kolkata to discuss plans for transforming the state into Eastern India’s leading maritime hub. The discussions focused on boosting port-led development, logistics infrastructure and maritime connectivity across the region.

Under the proposed roadmap, maritime projects worth ₹19,209 crore are expected to be implemented by 2031. The investment is projected to create over 62,500 direct and indirect employment opportunities while strengthening West Bengal’s position as a key gateway for trade, shipping and logistics in eastern India.

The initiative aims to accelerate economic growth, improve connectivity and enhance the state's role in India's maritime sector, supporting the Centre’s vision of expanding port infrastructure and coastal development.