New Delhi, Dec. 18 -- The union government has approved plans to develop a world-class marina (dock) at Mumbai Harbour at an estimated cost of around Rs 887 crore, which is expected to give a push to coastal shipping, maritime tourism and waterfront-led urban development.
The proposed 'Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina' has been cleared by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for creating global-standard tourism destinations and strengthening India's maritime economy.
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal said, "This approval for the 'Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina' marks an important step in our efforts to strengthen coastal shipping and maritime tourism."He ...