India Launches Mumbai International Cruise Terminal and Signs Vadhavan Port Agreements
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT) inaugurated and operational |
| Date | April 21, 2025 |
| Inaugurated by | Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal |
| Terminal Capacity | 1 million passengers annually (approx. 10,000 passengers/day) |
| Simultaneous Handling | Five cruise ships at a time |
| Terminal Specifications | 11 meters draft, supports ships up to 300 meters in length |
| MICT Investment | Rs 556 crores |
| Vadhavan Port Investment | Agreements signed for infrastructure development worth Rs 5,700 crores |
| Key Vadhavan Projects | - Container, bulk, and liquid cargo terminal: Rs 4,200 crores<br>- Dedicated bulk and liquid cargo terminal: Rs 1,000 crores |
| Strategic Alignment | Aligned with the government's Sagarmala Programme |
| Objective | Enhancing India's cruise tourism and maritime trade infrastructure |