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Visakhapatnam port handles 50 million tonnes cargo in 196 days

Visakhapatnam port reached 50 million tonnes of cargo handling in just 196 days, 17 days earlier than last year, indicating improved efficiency and increased trade activity in FY 2026–27.

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Visakhapatnam port handles 50 million tonnes cargo in 196 days
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In Brief

  1. Visakhapatnam port handled 50 million tonnes of cargo in 196 days.
  2. This milestone was reached 17 days earlier than in the previous financial year.
  3. Improved operational efficiency contributed to the accelerated cargo handling.
  4. The achievement reflects growth in trade activities at Visakhapatnam port.

Visakhapatnam port has achieved a significant milestone by handling 50 million tonnes of cargo in the first 196 days of the financial year 2026–27. This is 17 days earlier compared to the previous financial year, indicating an improvement in the port's operational efficiency and throughput.

The accelerated cargo handling demonstrates the port's growing capacity and enhanced infrastructure. Authorities have attributed this achievement to streamlined processes and increased trade volumes, which will contribute positively to regional economic development.

Visakhapatnam port plays a crucial role in supporting trade and commerce along the eastern coast of India. The early crossing of this cargo milestone reflects its importance as a logistics hub and its ability to meet rising demand in the sector.

Officials have expressed confidence that the port will continue to attract higher cargo volumes, supporting the broader economic goals of the region and the country.

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