DBT Bureau
Pune, 18 Dec 2025
The Union Government has approved plans to develop a world-class marina in Mumbai Harbour at an estimated cost of ₹887 crore, a move expected to give a significant push to coastal shipping, maritime tourism and waterfront-led urban development in the country’s financial capital.
The proposed ‘Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina’ has been cleared by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in line with the vision articulated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi for creating global-standard tourism destinations and strengthening India’s maritime economy.
Speaking on the occasion, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal said, “This approval of the ‘Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina’ marks an important step in our efforts to strengthen coastal shipping and maritime tourism. Guided by the vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi ji, the project will create world-class infrastructure, open the waterfront for public use, encourage private investment and generate new employment opportunities. It will help position Mumbai as a global maritime tourism hub while advancing India’s broader blue economy goals.”
The project will be implemented through a hybrid development model, under which the Mumbai Port Authority will invest about ₹470 crore to construct the core marina infrastructure on an EPC basis, while a private operator will develop onshore facilities with an estimated investment of ₹417 crore. The ministry has approved the port authority’s investment, and tenders have been floated, with bids scheduled to close on Dec. 29, 2025.
“This project reflects PM Narendra Modi ji’s vision of positioning Mumbai as a global marina destination. The project will strengthen maritime tourism, attract private investment and create over 2,000 jobs across allied sectors, while opening new opportunities in coastal and blue economy activities,” added Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal.
Planned over nearly 12 hectares of water area, the marina will have the capacity to berth 424 yachts of up to 30 metres in length. Marine infrastructure will include an approach trestle, piled breakwater, service platforms, pontoons and gangways designed to support safe and efficient yacht operations.
Onshore facilities to be developed by the private operator will include a marina terminal building, a Namo Bharat International Sailing School, a maritime tourism development centre, hotel and clubhouse facilities, a skill development centre, and yacht stacking and repair infrastructure No.
The project aligns with key national frameworks such as Maritime India Vision (MIV) 2030, Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047, the Sagarmala Programme and the Cruise Bharat Mission, as well as the Port Master Plan 2047 of Mumbai Port Authority.
The marina is expected to generate over 2,000 jobs across marina operations, cruise services, hospitality and allied activities, while facilitating private sector participation in coastal infrastructure. It is also aimed at improving public access to the waterfront and strengthening Mumbai’s position as a major hub for maritime tourism and cruise traffic.
