Dibrugarh | February 27, 2026: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated three major infrastructure projects on the Brahmaputra under National Waterway-2 (NW-2), marking a significant push to strengthen inland water transport and cross-border trade in the Northeast. Balancing Development and Heritage Addressing a gathering at Chowkidingee…
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Sonowal Launches ₹1,500 Cr Projects at VOC Port
Tuticorin, February 23, 2026: Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Sunday inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth over ₹1,500 crore at V.O. Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOC Port), marking a major step toward green energy integration, digital transformation and infrastructure expansion. Major Infrastructure and…
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Sonowal Lauds Policing Reforms at 10th APBN Event
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday hailed Assam’s policing transformation as a cornerstone of governance reform, while laying the foundation stone of the 10th Assam Police Battalion (APBN) in Guwahati. He credited Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah for ushering in…
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India Pushes Maritime Law Reforms, Boosts Smart Protein
India has taken significant steps to modernise its maritime regulatory framework while simultaneously advancing indigenous biotechnology solutions to strengthen sustainability and food security. The government is accelerating implementation of key maritime laws to enhance shipping efficiency, safety, and governance, while also supporting domestic innovation in animal nutrition through cutting-edge antimicrobial…
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Sagarmala Boosts India’s Maritime Trade, Port Capacity
India’s ambitious Sagarmala Project is significantly transforming the country’s maritime trade landscape by modernizing ports, improving cargo capacity, and strengthening coastal shipping networks. The government has completed multiple infrastructure projects under the initiative, boosting efficiency, reducing logistics costs, and enhancing India’s global trade competitiveness. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and…
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India, Seychelles Deepen Maritime, Blue Economy Ties in Mumbai
India and Seychelles took a significant step towards strengthening maritime cooperation and blue economy engagement during a high-level Indo-Seychelles Business Roundtable held in Mumbai. The dialogue brought together political leadership, policymakers and business representatives to explore opportunities in maritime trade, sustainable ocean-based industries and long-term economic collaboration in the Indian…
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Vizhinjam Port Expansion Launched to Boost India’s Maritime Power
India’s maritime infrastructure witnessed a landmark moment on Saturday as Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Shri Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated the capacity augmentation works of the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala. The fast-tracked expansion is expected to significantly enhance India’s container transshipment capabilities and strengthen the country’s position in…
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Sarbananda Sonowal Office Clarifies Forged Letter Circulation
The Office of Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has issued a clarification regarding a forged letter circulating online that falsely bears the Minister’s official letterhead and signature. The office stated that the letter is entirely fabricated and circulated with malicious intent, constituting a criminal offence under law. FIR Lodged; Investigation Underway…
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INSV Kaundinya Docks in Muscat, Rekindles India-Oman Ties
The arrival of the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel (INSV) Kaundinya in Muscat has marked a historic milestone in India-Oman relations, reviving a maritime connection that dates back over 5,000 years. Completing its maiden voyage from Porbandar, the traditionally built sailing vessel reached Oman’s capital as a living symbol of shared…
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India’s Youth Driving Viksit Bharat: Sarbananda Sonowal
India’s youth are emerging as the driving force behind the country’s transformation into a developed nation, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said on Sunday. Addressing a national gathering on National Youth Day, the Minister underlined that young Indians are no longer passive observers but active participants…