September 07, 2008

Update on implementation of NMDP

Mr TR Baalu union minister of shipping, road transport & highways said that under the National Maritime Development Program, 276 projects have been identified in the port sector for implementation in the Major Ports which are to be taken up by 2011-12 and till date 29 projects of the port sector with total cost of INR 3846 crore have been completed under NMDP.

These projects cover the entire gamut of activities in the port sector which include berth development, deepening of channel, procurement of equipment and port craft, rail or road connectivity and other associated work.

Implementation of projects is a continuous process from the conception of the project, preparation of feasibility report, identifying the source of funds, preparation of detailed project reports, commencement of the project and its final completion.

The projects under NMDP are being taken up by the respective major ports as per the phasing of the schemes and the current requirement of trade for various facilities.