New Delhi, Oct. 29 -- India's maritime industry is set for massive growth, with investments worth aroundRs 8 trillionexpected by 2047 and the creation of nearly1.5 crore jobs, Union MinisterHardeep Singh Puriannounced atIndia Maritime Week 2025.

Puri highlighted that India's economic progress is deeply connected to its maritime strength. With a coastline of nearly11,000 kilometresacross 13 coastal states and union territories, India has vast potential to enhance sea-linked trade and shipping.

He emphasised that more than half of the country's GDP now comes from sectors dependent on external trade, making the maritime sector crucial for long-term economic growth.

The minister also noted the growing international interest in India's mari...