India, Sept. 8 -- Although the last three decades have witnessed multiple instances of new water transport routes in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region (MMR) being shut down due to lack of demand and high prices, the state government is keen to commission 10 new routes, including four routes connecting with the upcoming Navi Mumbai International Airport (NMIA). The exercise is aimed at creating efficient water-based commuting facilities to reduce road congestion and unlock the economic potential of coastal transport, said officials from the Maharashtra Maritime Board (MMB), which regulates minor ports and maritime traffic in the state.

Kochi Water Metro, which runs inland water transport services in and around Kochi, will prepare a Detailed ...