Has the growing dependence on Chennai made freight to the Andaman and Nicobar Islands more expensive? A data-driven review by The Wave Andaman examines cargo movement patterns, declining shipments through Kolkata, logistics costs, and how the entry of a new shipping operator reportedly reduced freight rates by nearly 40%. The analysis also explores the impact on businesses, petroleum supplies, consumer prices and the Islands’ overall supply chain, while raising important questions about competition and long-term logistics planning.
