DBT Bureau
Pune, 30 Oct 2025
During the Odisha State Session held on 27th October 2025 at India Maritime Week 2025, Paradip Port Authority (PPA) showcased its vision for maritime and industrial development through the signing of five significant MoUs with key partners across government and industry.
The MoUs, collectively valued at over ₹2,300 crore, aim to boost connectivity, coastal tourism, logistics, and green energy initiatives, reinforcing Odisha’s position as an emerging maritime hub on India’s east coast.
Chief Minister of Odisha Mohan Charan Majhi attended India Maritime Week 2025 and visited the Paradip Port Authority exhibition stall. He was warmly welcomed by P. L. Haranadh, IRTS, Chairman, PPA.
The Chief Minister discussed key initiatives with the Chairman, focusing on the proposed Bahuda Port project, cruise terminal development at Puri, and Paradip Port’s expanding role in India’s Blue Economy.
Details of the MoUs signed by PPA:
- Puri Cruise Terminal Project – ₹500 crore
- Between: PPA and Odisha Maritime Board (OMB)
- Signatories: Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Govt. of Odisha, and Chairman, PPA
- Bahuda Port Rail Connectivity Project – ₹1,000 crore
- Between: PPA and Paradip Railway Corporation Ltd. (PRCL)
- Signatories: Manoj Kumar Senwal, Managing Director, and Chairman, PPA
- Maritime Museum & Logistics Park Project – ₹300 crore
- Between: PPA and Indian Port Rail & Ropeway Corporation Ltd. (IPRCL)
- Signatories: Manoj Kumar Senwal, Managing Director, and Chairman, PPA
- Cargo Export/Import Project – ₹280 crore
- Between: PPA and IFFCO
- Signatories: K. N. Nayak, Sr. GM (TS & Port Operation), and Chairman, PPA
- Green Hydrogen Mobility Project – ₹263 crore
- Between: PPA and NTPC
- Signatories: Kotheri Pride, GM, and DC/Dy. Chairman, PPA
These partnerships underline PPA’s proactive approach toward sustainable, technology-driven, and inclusive port-led development, in alignment with the Government of India’s Maritime India Vision 2030.
