New Delhi, April 3 (IANS) The government on Friday approved the construction of a road over bridge (ROB) at Deendayal Port in Gujarat at a cost of Rs 132.51 crore.

In a significant step towards strengthening port-led development in the country, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, approved the project.

“This project reflects our commitment to modern, efficient and seamless port-led connectivity under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The ROB at Deendayal Port will remove critical bottlenecks, improve cargo movement and strengthen India’s logistics efficiency,” said Sonowal.

Aligned with the Sagarmala Programme and PM Gati Shakti, “we are building integrated infrastructure that accelerates trade, enhances safety and supports economic growth. This is a decisive step towards creating world-class port infrastructure and reinforcing India’s position as a global maritime hub,” the minister added.

The project forms an integral part of the flagship Sagarmala Programme and aligns with the objectives of the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan, aimed at enhancing multi-modal connectivity and logistics efficiency across the country. The construction is currently being undertaken by Western Railway on a deposit basis.

The proposal was recently appraised by the Delegated Investment Board (DIB) in a meeting chaired by the Secretary, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.

The revised cost of the project was examined to ensure compliance with modern safety standards and technical specifications.

The proposed ROB is a critical infrastructure intervention designed to address existing logistical constraints at the port.

By enabling seamless movement across the rail crossing, the project will eliminate bottlenecks, ensure uninterrupted flow of port-bound cargo, and significantly improve operational efficiency at Deendayal Port.

Upon completion, it is expected to reduce congestion, facilitate faster cargo evacuation, and strengthen the overall maritime logistics chain of the country, said the ministry.

–IANS

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