Captain Ujjwal Vasudeva of L&T Precision Engineering says Great Nicobar's strategic location near the Malacca Strait could create 6,000–8,000 jobs and strengthen India's maritime, logistics and industrial capabilities.
India shifts focus to Great Nicobar port as energy disruptions and geopolitical tensions highlight vulnerabilities in key maritime routes like Hormuz and Malacca
Government flags funding and viability concerns over the ₹48,862 crore Great Nicobar transshipment port, despite PPP panel’s in-principle approval, citing structural and financial risks.
PMMSY completes six years with record fish production, higher exports, major infrastructure investments and expanded projects across States and Union Territories.
Twenty villagers complete a 15-day handicraft training in Guptapara, learning sustainable craft techniques using coconut shells, bamboo, wood, cane and coir.