India, April 24 -- The Government of India issued the following news release:
Record Cargo Movement Marks a Milestone in Inland Water Transport
In a significant achievement for India's inland water transport (IWT) sector, the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) reported a record-breaking cargo movement of 145.5 million tonnes in the fiscal year 2024-25. This milestone underscores the effectiveness of sustained investments and policy initiatives aimed at enhancing the country's inland waterways infrastructure. The number of operational national waterways has also increased from 24 to 29 during the same period, reflecting a strategic push towards multimodal connectivity and sustainable transport solutions.
Exponential Growth in Carg...