Kandla Port handles record 51,450 tonnes of gypsum in 24 hours

ANI May 13, 2025 231 views

Kandla Port has smashed records by unloading 51,450 tonnes of gypsum within a single day. The achievement was made possible by MV Valiant Ship and four major logistics partners. As India's busiest cargo port, Kandla serves vital northern industrial regions and plans further expansion. This milestone reinforces Gujarat's position as a maritime trade powerhouse.

"The port authority appreciates these entities for their valuable services." - Deendayal Port Authority
Kandla, May 13: Deendayal Port in Gujarat's Kandla has handled a record-breaking 51,450 tonnes of gypsum in 24 hours, the port authority said on Tuesday.

Key Points

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MV Valiant Ship facilitated record gypsum discharge

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Four key logistics firms enabled the milestone

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Kandla remains India's busiest cargo port

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Expansion plans underway with private sector participation

Deendayal Port Authority said the MV Valiant Ship made the record-breaking gypsum discharges.

Shree Ashapura Stevedores, Ocean Harmony Shipping and Marine Services, Shri Balaji Infraport Pvt Ltd, and Global Fuel Resources LLP (Morbi) are the service providers behind this stellar achievement.

The port authority appreciates these entities for their valuable services.

Kandla is a seaport in India situated in the Kachchh District of Gujarat.

Kandla Port is the gateway port for states like Punjab, Haryana, Jammu, and Kashmir, as well as the rich industrial belt of West and North India.

Kandla Port, located on the Gulf of Kutch on the northwestern coast of India, was constructed in the 1950s after India's independence as the chief seaport serving western India.

According to its website, it is the largest port in India in terms of the volume of cargo handled. Deendayal Port Authority, India's busiest major port in recent years, is gearing up to add substantial cargo handling capacity with private sector participation.

Reader Comments

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Rajesh K.
Great achievement by Kandla Port! đź‘Ź This shows how our infrastructure is developing rapidly. Gujarat continues to lead in trade and commerce. More power to our ports and workers behind this success!
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Priya M.
Impressive numbers! But I hope the environmental impact of handling such large quantities of gypsum is being monitored properly. We need development, but not at the cost of marine ecosystems in Kutch.
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Amit S.
As someone from Morbi's ceramic industry, this is excellent news! Gypsum is crucial for us. Faster unloading means lower costs and more competitive prices for 'Made in India' tiles. 🇮🇳
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Sunita P.
Why isn't this kind of infrastructure news highlighted more? We keep hearing about problems, but here's a real success story of Indian efficiency. Kudos to all the workers and companies involved!
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Vikram J.
The port's strategic location serving North India is often overlooked. With Punjab and J&K depending on Kandla, we must invest more in connecting infrastructure like dedicated freight corridors.
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Neha T.
Record today, but can we sustain this? Need to ensure port workers get proper facilities and training. Behind every ton of cargo are hardworking Indians who deserve better working conditions.

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