Kollam to be developed as Vizhinjam’s satellite port: Minister
Kerala's Minister Bindu Krishna announced plans to develop Kollam Port as a satellite port for Vizhinjam, prioritizing its development after a decade of stagnation. Comprehensive projects are being formulated, including a high-level review meeting, with proposals for a floating dry dock and tourist cruise services, alongside addressing infrastructure needs like dredging and a dedicated Port Health Officer.
Why it matters
This initiative signifies a strategic move to boost Kerala's maritime infrastructure and economy, potentially enhancing trade, tourism, and regional development by leveraging the larger Vizhinjam port and improving connectivity.
The State government views the development of Kollam Port with utmost priority and has finalized plans to develop it as a satellite port of Vizhinjam, Minister for Women and Child Development, Animal Husbandry and Labour, Bindu Krishna said here on Saturday. She was speaking to the media after inspecting the port facilities.
Pointing out that several developmental projects were successfully implemented at the port during the 2011–2016 period, the Minister said that progress had since stagnated. “Kollam Port had received virtually no attention over the past decade, but the current government places high importance on developing the State’s two international ports alongside 18 feeder ports,” she said.
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