Maritime State Development Council

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Minister for Commerce & Transport and Steel & Mines, Bibhuti Bhusan Jena, has called for the Centre’s support in developing the state’s ports, maritime infrastructure, and establishing a world-class maritime institute or university. Speaking at the 20th Maritime State Development Council meeting in Goa, organized by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways,…

Goa: The 20th Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) in Goa concluded today, marking significant progress for India’s maritime sector. Over the two-day event, more than 80 critical issues involving the Central Government, States, and Union Territories were successfully addressed. Key focus areas included port infrastructure modernization, connectivity, maritime tourism, statutory compliance, navigation projects, sustainability, and…