DBT Bureau
Pune, 6 Oct 2025
V.O. Chidambaranar Port, one of India’s leading gateways for bulk and break-bulk cargo, has registered remarkable growth in handling construction materials. In the financial year 2025-26, the Port has handled 5,48,994 tonnes of construction materials up to August 2025, reflecting an impressive 212.87% increase over the 1,75,468 tonnes handled during the corresponding period of the previous financial year 2024-25.
The Port has consistently enhanced its capability to handle such cargoes over the years. Construction material handling increased from 9,39,113 tonnes in 2023-24 to 11,01,041 tonnes in 2024-25, highlighting a steady upward trend in cargo throughput.
The construction materials handled through the Port include stone rough, stone aggregate, stone dust, and paver blocks, which are key components in infrastructure development projects. These commodities are sourced from the primary hinterland of VOC Port and exported to the Maldives, playing a vital role in supporting the infrastructure development of our maritime neighbour. This reflects the Port’s strategic role in advancing regional connectivity under Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Neighbourhood First Policy, which promotes economic and infrastructure cooperation with India’s immediate neighbours.
Speaking on this achievement, Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, said that the significant growth in construction material handling underscores VOC Port’s growing importance as a trusted gateway for bulk cargo trade. With ongoing infrastructure enhancements, the Port will further support regional and international infrastructure development.
