Goa, May 25 -- The Mormugao Port Authority (MPA) resumed operations on Saturday after a precautionary suspension lasting over 60 hours, following a cyclone formation alert issued by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) earlier in the week. The alert, released on May 21, warned of a possible cyclonic low-pressure system developing off the North Karnataka and Goa coast, prompting the MPA to temporarily halt all port activities to ensure safety.

In line with established safety protocols, the MPA instructed all ocean-going vessels to sail out to sea and adhere to standard operating procedures (SOPs) to safeguard navigation and port infrastructure. The port authority also announced that any unberthing and berthing charges incurred during...