In-principle approval given to Tamil Nadu govt, but ‘nothing moving forward’, say Shipping Ministry sources
The Indian Ministry of Shipping reports a lack of communication from the Tamil Nadu government regarding a proposed greenfield ship-building cluster in Thoothukudi. Despite receiving in-principle approval, the project has stalled due to the absence of a Detailed Project Report.
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Highlights bureaucratic hurdles and inter-state competition for industrial infrastructure projects in India.
An in-principle approval has been given to the Tamil Nadu government for a greenfield mega ship-building cluster at Thoothukudi, based on the recommendation of the Directorate General of Shipping, top sources in the Shipping Ministry told The Hindu on Tuesday. But they raised concern that there was no further communication from the State government and that a DPR (Detailed Project Report) was awaited to proceed with the process.
Balanced reporting presenting the ministry's concerns while acknowledging the state's autonomy.
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