India setting new benchmarks in maritime sector: Sarbananda Sonowal

MUMBAI: The maritime sector stands as one of the strongest pillars of Viksit Bharat, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, said while addressing the India Maritime Week 2025 inauguration event here today (Monday). He added that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is setting new benchmarks in the maritime domain.

“We have come a long way since the earlier editions of this event. It has grown significantly, with participation from over 85 countries… The theme this year, ‘Uniting Ocean, One Mission’, reflects not only our regional aspirations but also conveys the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, the world is one family. In this spirit, we share knowledge, align our goals, and foster partnerships that benefit all,” Sonowal said.

“The maritime sector stands as one of the strongest pillars of Viksit Bharat. Under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India is setting new benchmarks in this domain… We have significantly increased our cargo handling capacity, and India has undertaken legal reforms to streamline and strengthen the maritime framework… We aspire to be among the top five shipbuilding nations in the world,” he added.

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) is hosting the India Maritime Week 2025 (IMW 2025) from October 27 to 31 at NESCO Grounds, Mumbai.

Source: ANI