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The section discusses the significance of India's major ports, including Kandla, Mumbai, Marmagao, and others, along with their unique attributes and contributions to trade. It highlights the geographical locations, the type of cargo handled, and historical context surrounding their establishment.
In this section, we explore the 12 major sea ports of India, integral to the nation's economy as they handle 95% of the foreign trade. The chapter begins by introducing Kandla (Deendayal Port), developed after India's independence to alleviate trade pressure on the Mumbai port. It then delves into Mumbai - the largest port with a natural harbor, followed by the Jawaharlal Nehru port, designed to ease congestion. Each port serves a unique geographical and economic purpose: Marmagao for iron ore, New Mangalore for concentrates, Kochchi for a combination of imports and exports, and ports like Tuticorin and Chennai that cater to a diverse range of goods. The inland Kolkata port serves the rich Ganges-Brahmaputra basin but requires constant dredging. Highlighting their operational significance, the ports play a crucial role in regional and international trade routes.
Major Ports: Key facilities for foreign trade in India.
Kandla Port: Established post-independence, focused on relieving trade congestion.
Mumbai Port: The largest port in India, known for its natural harbor.
Marmagao Port: Major iron ore exporting port, responsible for 50% of India’s iron ore exports.
Inland Ports: Such as Kolkata, requiring constant dredging due to their tidal nature.
Ports like Kandla and Mumbai, trade flows without a sigh.
Once upon a time, after a separation, India opened Kandla to kickstart a new trade sensation.
Remember 'KMMT' to recall Kandla, Marmagao, Mumbai, and Tuticorin.
Kandla port supports trade for regions across several northern Indian states.
Vishakhapatnam serves as a secure port primarily exporting iron ore.
Kolkata port is crucial for the economic activity of the Ganges-Brahmaputra basin.
Term: Tidal Port
Definition: A port where the water level changes and is affected by tidal movements.
A port where the water level changes and is affected by tidal movements.
Term: Hinterland
Definition: The inland area that is economically linked to a port or coastal area.
The inland area that is economically linked to a port or coastal area.
Term: Iron Ore
Definition: A mineral from which iron can be extracted used primarily in steel production.
A mineral from which iron can be extracted used primarily in steel production.
Term: Inland Riverine Port
Definition: A port located inland along rivers, which typically require dredging to maintain navigability.
A port located inland along rivers, which typically require dredging to maintain navigability.