New Delhi, Nov. 28 -- Paradip Port in Odisha created history by achieving the fastest-ever 100 MMT cargo throughput in a Fiscal year since its inception on 27th November. This is the 9th consecutive year the port has crossed the 100 MMT mark, clocking 100.15 MMT and recording a Y-o-Y growth of 4.78%. It has done so 12 days earlier than last fiscal.

Notably, in FY 2024-25, the coveted mark of 100 MMT was achieved on 9th December 2024. The record was completed in 241 days in the current fiscal year, compared with 253 days in the last financial year.

As per the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, "Despite market challenges, the port continues to set new benchmarks. Faster operations, system improvements, and consistent stakeholder s...