Odisha’s Paradip Port Remains India’s No. 1 Major Port for Second Consecutive Year
Paradip Port Authority (PPA) has once again reaffirmed its leadership position by retaining its No. 1 status in cargo handling among Indian Major Ports for the second consecutive year. The port has also achieved a significant milestone by joining the exclusive 150 MMT Club, registering an impressive 150.41 MMT in cargo throughput for the fiscal year 2024-25. Despite market challenges such as a decline in export demand for iron ore and coking coal, Paradip Port has emerged as the top performer across all major and non-major ports on the eastern coast of India.
The robust growth was fueled by various system improvement measures introduced by the Port, contributing to its operational excellence. Coastal cargo handling accounted for 42.36% of the total cargo volume, reaching 63.71 MMT, marking a 7.65% year-on-year (YoY) growth. This achievement cements PPA’s position as the leading port for coastal shipping among Indian Major Ports. Additionally, containerized cargo volumes soared by 111%, while flux volume witnessed a 32% YoY surge in the current fiscal year.
Paradip Port also set a new benchmark in rail traffic handling, achieving the highest volume in its history. The total number of rakes handled grew by 5.32%, reaching 22,818, while total rail-borne traffic surged by 3.21% to 81.01 MMT, the highest among Indian Major Ports. In a historic milestone, the Port commenced EXIM Container Traffic, recording 12,711 TEUs in the last fiscal. Furthermore, PPA maintained its No. 1 status in berth productivity, achieving an impressive 34,283 MT per day per berth.
Among PPA’s terminal operators, Kalinga International Coal Terminal Pvt. Ltd. registered a 15.18% YoY growth, while Paradip East Quay Cargo Terminal Pvt. Ltd. recorded 12.53% growth, marking their highest-ever cargo volumes.
Paradip Port is poised for further expansion, with key infrastructure projects underway. The 25 MMTPA Western Dock Project, undertaken by M/s JPPL, is progressing rapidly, with the first phase set for completion by 2026. Additionally, plans for a new Green Hydrogen and Ammonia Export Terminal are in the pipeline, reinforcing PPA’s commitment to sustainable and future-ready port operations.
Shri P. L. Haranadh, Chairman, Paradip Port Authority, congratulated all stakeholders, including exporters, importers, officers, staff unions, PPP operators, stevedores, and shipping agents, for their collaborative efforts in achieving this remarkable feat. He also extended his sincere gratitude to Shri Sarbananda Sonowal Ji, Hon’ble Union Minister of MoPSW, and Shri Shantanu Thakur Ji, Hon’ble Union MoS of MoPSW, for their visionary leadership and continuous support. Shri Haranadh also acknowledged the invaluable assistance from the Ministry of Railways, the Government of Odisha, and the Department of Customs, which played a crucial role in the Port’s success.
As Paradip Port continues to scale new heights, it remains steadfast in its mission to drive economic growth, enhance trade efficiency, and uphold its status as India’s premier port.
(Source: PIB)
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