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Sonowal aims to double coastal and inland waterway freight share to 12% by 2047 Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced a plan to increase the share of coastal and inland waterway shipping in India's freight movement from 6% to 12% by 2047 during a meeting in Puri, Odisha, on Tuesday. He also aims to attract one million sea cruise passengers by 2029, supported by initiatives like the Coastal Cargo Promotion Scheme and the Cruise Bharat Mission. Additionally, Sonowal revealed plans for the Puri International Cruise Terminal, estimated to cost Rs 1,500 crore, which will be developed by the Paradip Port Authority in collaboration with the Odisha government. The meeting emphasized enhancing maritime connectivity and sustainable transport while highlighting India's extensive coastline as a key asset for expanding coastal shipping.
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