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Andhra Pradesh poised to become a global maritime and logistics hub, says Sarbananda Sonowal
✍️ Daily Excelsior
🗓 13 Nov 2026, 11:38 AM
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Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced that Andhra Pradesh is on track to emerge as a globally competitive maritime and logistics centre.
Senior Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal told reporters that Andhra Pradesh is set to transform into a world‑class maritime and logistics hub. He highlighted the state's ongoing efforts to upgrade port facilities and develop integrated logistics parks that can handle international cargo volumes.
The statement, reported by Daily Excelsior, underscores the government's ambition to position the state alongside leading global maritime centres. Officials are reportedly focusing on enhancing connectivity between sea ports, inland waterways and road‑rail networks to attract foreign investment.
If realised, the hub is expected to boost export‑import activity, generate employment and strengthen the region's role in global supply chains. The ministry said further policy support and infrastructure funding will be aligned with this vision.
Stakeholders in the shipping and logistics sectors have welcomed the announcement, noting that Andhra Pradesh's strategic coastline offers significant potential for trade expansion.
The development plan aligns with broader national initiatives to modernise India's maritime infrastructure and improve its competitiveness in global trade.
The statement, reported by Daily Excelsior, underscores the government's ambition to position the state alongside leading global maritime centres. Officials are reportedly focusing on enhancing connectivity between sea ports, inland waterways and road‑rail networks to attract foreign investment.
If realised, the hub is expected to boost export‑import activity, generate employment and strengthen the region's role in global supply chains. The ministry said further policy support and infrastructure funding will be aligned with this vision.
Stakeholders in the shipping and logistics sectors have welcomed the announcement, noting that Andhra Pradesh's strategic coastline offers significant potential for trade expansion.
The development plan aligns with broader national initiatives to modernise India's maritime infrastructure and improve its competitiveness in global trade.