Central official reviews infrastructure projects, green initiatives at V.O.C. Port
Vijay Kumar, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, reviewed major infrastructure projects and green maritime initiatives at V.O. Chidambaranar Port in Thoothukudi. The Indian government is investing over ₹18,400 crore in projects like the Outer Harbour Development and a container terminal, while also inspecting green hydrogen, wind energy, and methanol bunkering facilities.
Why it matters
This signifies a substantial government investment in maritime infrastructure and sustainable energy at a major Indian port, aiming to boost trade capacity and promote green shipping practices. It could have significant economic and environmental impacts for the region and the country, enhancing connectivity and reducing carbon footprint.
Central official reviews infrastructure projects, green initiatives at V.O.C. Port left Vijay Kumar, (sitting second left), Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, on his visit to V.O.C. Port in Thoothukudi on Tuesday (October 21, 2026). Special Arrangement Special Arrangement https://th-i.thgim.com/public/incoming/1s23ec/article71607821.ece/alternates/FREE_1200/9865_21_10_2026_16_44_57_1_IMG_20261021_WA0000.JPG Special Arrangement Vijay Kumar, (sitting second left), Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, on his visit to V.O.C. Port in Thoothukudi on Tuesday (October 21, 2026). Vijay Kumar inspects green hydrogen plant, wind energy facilities and pilot methanol bunkering and refuelling infrastructure; and flags off 13 EV trucks as part of port’s green initiatives THOOTHUKUDI Secretary of Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Vijay Kumar reviewed major infrastructure projects and green maritime initiatives at V.O. Chidambaranar Port in Thoothukudi on Tuesday (October 21, 2026). The Government of India is spearheading a maritime infrastructure investment programme worth over ₹18,400 crore at V.O.C. Port.
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