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Vizhinjam International Seaport
Context
The Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala is poised to become a key player in global logistics, with ambitions to transform Kerala’s economy.
About Vizhinjam International Seaport
- Vizhinjam is situated in the southern part of Kerala, India, near the state capital, Thiruvananthapuram.
- It is developed by Adani Ports and SEZ under a public-private partnership.
- It is India's latest international deep-water transshipment facility.
- Its strategic position along major international shipping routes offers a significant advantage for maritime trade.
- It is located strategically on international shipping routes with a natural depth of 18-20 meters, Vizhinjam is designed to handle large mother vessels and plays a critical role in India’s trans-shipment capacity.
- Strategic Location and Global Connectivity: Vizhinjam’s location connects key global ports like Shanghai, Busan, and Rotterdam with major Indian ports, giving Kerala an edge in global logistics.
- The port’s development as a sea-air transshipment hub aims to position Kerala as a prominent maritime leader in South Asia.
PYQQ. Recently, which of the following States has explored the possibility of constructing an artificial inland port to be connected to the sea by a long navigational channel? (2016)
Solution: (d) |
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