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Time of India
3 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Info on vacant lands in Kolkata port to be available from Aug 15
Kolkata: Rathendra Raman, chairman of Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, said information regarding vacant port lands would be available on its website from Aug 15. Addressing the Merchants' Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI) on Friday, Raman said, "The vacant land information system would be launched from Aug 15. However, it cannot be used for residential purposes." "Detention time for vessels has come down with the introduction of night navigation from Aug," he said, adding that four more mobile harbour cranes will soon be operational, in addition to the existing four. "It will be easier to handle the cargo, and thus ships will spend less time in the ports. A floating crane to handle dry bulk cargo is coming up in the deep sea at Sagar Island," Raman said. Raman said the Kolkata port would host river cruises soon, and there were also plans for major beautification projects in some of the ghats of the city. He said the Balagarh project of Kolkata Port would decongest the Kolkata dock system and boost trade with a new facility on Balagarh Island, about 85 km upstream, to handle container and bulk cargo. You Can Also Check: Kolkata AQI | Weather in Kolkata | Bank Holidays in Kolkata | Public Holidays in Kolkata Stay updated with the latest local news from your city on Times of India (TOI). Check upcoming bank holidays , public holidays , and current gold rates and silver prices in your area. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Raksha Bandhan wishes , messages and quotes !
News18
3 days ago
- Business
- News18
Kolkata Port aims to reduce turnaround time of ships, modernise infrastructure
Kolkata, Aug 8 (PTI) In a bid to improve efficiency, the Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port (SMP), Kolkata, is set to significantly reduce vessel turnaround time to lower costs, with the deployment of new mobile harbour cranes and advanced traffic systems, its Chairman Rathendra Raman said on Friday. Speaking at a session organised by the Merchants' Chamber of Commerce & Industry (MCCI) here, Raman said turnaround time at the Kolkata Port – currently averaging five days – is expected to improve to four days within the next six to 12 months. 'A total of eight mobile harbour cranes are being inducted at the port. These will substantially reduce the time vessels spend at berth and improve operational productivity," he said. The Kolkata Port has also initiated night navigation, allowing vessels to enter and exit after sunset, thereby reducing detention time. 'We are also adding floating cranes at Sagar Island for dry bulk handling in deep sea, which will allow larger vessels to offload cargo efficiently," Raman said. The riverine nature of the port, coupled with its location within the city, poses ongoing challenges for draft availability and evacuation. However, Raman noted that dredging is underway to improve draft levels at both Kolkata and Haldia ports. The Kolkata Port currently has a capacity of 87.5 million tonnes, and an additional 30 million tonnes is being added through infrastructure upgrades. Highlighting infrastructure modernisation, he said lock gates are being developed at both Kolkata and Haldia ports, allowing ships to wait outside the lock system and reducing congestion. On warehousing, Raman said the Waterfront Warehouse Project – integrated with the Sagarmala Project – follows a landlord model where the government builds the infrastructure and private operators manage the facilities. This is expected to enhance logistics efficiency and regional connectivity. The port is also advancing the Balagarh Project, which involves developing a new facility about 85-km upstream to decongest the existing Kolkata Dock System. PTI BSM RBT view comments First Published: August 08, 2025, 20:45 IST Disclaimer: Comments reflect users' views, not News18's. Please keep discussions respectful and constructive. Abusive, defamatory, or illegal comments will be removed. News18 may disable any comment at its discretion. By posting, you agree to our Terms of Use and Privacy Policy.
The Hindu
13-07-2025
- Business
- The Hindu
Adani Ports to join hands with Kolkata Port Trust to restore Kumartuli ghat in Kolkata
Kolkata Port Trust has joined hands with the Adani Ports to restore the historic Kumartuli ghat — a culturally significant site for city's history on the banks of Hooghly River — in the northern parts of Kolkata. The Kolkata Port Trust or Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) on Friday (July 11, 2025) for the redevelopment, restoration, and beautification of the Kumartuli ghat. Speaking on the occasion, Rathendra Raman, Chairman of SMP Kolkata, said, 'Kumartuli Ghat is not just a site—it is a living legacy of Bengal's artistic soul. Through this partnership with Adani Ports, we are not only restoring a physical structure but also reviving a space deeply woven into Kolkata's cultural fabric.' This initiative comes as a part of the SMPK's Swachhata drive to help restore one of the oldest iconic ghats on the banks of river Hooghly, which is also the residence of the Durga idol artisans of Kolkata who reside beside the Kumartuli ghats for generations. 'Taking responsibility to renovate such a heritage ghat like Kumartuli, which is sentimentally very much linked to Kolkata, is definitely an honour for APSEZ Ltd.,' Subrat Tripathy, President, Business Development, APSEZ Ltd., said. The restoration work aims to preserve the heritage architecture of the ghat and to make it cleaner and safer for the residents of the area and also attract tourists to focus on the iconic waterfronts of the city. There are 39 ghats in the banks of Hooghly River, along with the Kumartuli ghat, the port authorities also plan to restore 4 more ghats in the area. 'Chotelal ghat, Mayer ghat, Telkal ghat, and Nimtala Immersion ghat are also next in line for restoration in the upcoming days. Kolkata Municipal Corporation, police, and all other stakeholders are involved in the restoration process,' official sources at the Kolkata Port Trust told The Hindu.
New Indian Express
13-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Kolkata Diary: Civic body mulls tourist centre at city wetlands
Heritage-rich city ghat set for restoration The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata has entered an agreement with Adani Ports for redevelopment, restoration, and beautification of the historic Kumartuli Ghat in 'North Calcutta' — the ancient city. The agreement marks a significant move to rejuvenate a heritage-rich location along the Hooghly River. As part of the MoU, the Kumartuli Ghat — known for its legacy of traditional idol-making — will undergo heritage-compliant redevelopment and beautification, with due regard to environmental sustainability and cultural sensitivity. 'We are not merely restoring a physical structure but a space deeply woven into Kolkata's cultural fabric,' SMPK chairman Rathendra Raman said. Civic body mulls tourist centre at city wetlands The Kolkata Municipal Corporation (KMC) plans to develop a state-of-the-art tourist centre around the East Kolkata Wetlands, a Ramsar site i.e. protected for its ecological significance and biodiversity. Municipal & Urban Development minister and Kolkata mayor Firhad Hakim said the area will be made into a tourist attraction by protecting the natural beauty and biodiversity of the East Kolkata wetlands. The KMC has already sent a proposal to the state government in this regard. Neglected for long, the KMC finally plans to revive the ecologically-significant zones in the city, bringing houseboats, setting up restaurants and other activities for tourists. State govt to host business conclave The West Bengal government is set to host a business and industrial summit during the last quarter of this calendar year. Recently, Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee chaired a meeting at State headquarters Nabanna, to take stock of the investment proposals and decided to host the conclave. Chief Minister's Principal Chief Advisor Amit Mitra said core sectors like steel, leather, apparel and hosiery, gems and jewellery, food, food processing and associated industries, and pharma and medical equipment sectors will be prioritised in the conclave. Moreover, the summit will also focus on boosting cultural and historical tourism in Bengal, the officer said. Kaushik Pradhan Our correspondent in West Bengal kaushik@
New Indian Express
12-07-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
SMP Kolkata partners with Adani Ports to restore Kumartuli Ghat on the banks of Hooghly
KOLKATA: Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port, Kolkata (SMPK) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Ltd. (APSEZ) for the redevelopment, restoration, and beautification of Kumartuli Ghat, a culturally significant site on the banks of the Hooghly River. The initiative is part of SMPK's Swachhata drive and marks a major partnership to revive a heritage landmark associated with Bengal's iconic idol-making traditions. The project aims to carry out heritage-compliant redevelopment with a focus on environmental sustainability and cultural preservation. Speaking on the occasion, SMPK Chairman Rathendra Raman said, 'Kumartuli Ghat is not just a site — it is a living legacy of Bengal's artistic soul. Through this partnership with Adani Ports, we are not only restoring a physical structure but also reviving a space deeply woven into Kolkata's cultural fabric. This initiative is a proud moment in our Swachhata drive, where heritage meets modern civic responsibility.'
