Paradip Port Announces ₹428 Crore Projects and Mechanisation Pacts

# Paradip Port Announces ₹428 Crore Projects and Mechanisation Pacts ### Why in News? **Paradip Port** announced projects and agreements worth about **₹428 crore** to expand mechanisation, cargo handling and port infrastructure. ### What is the focus of the investment? - The projects aim to increase cargo-handling efficiency by replacing more manual processes with mechanised systems. - They include infrastructure and equipment upgrades intended to improve turnaround time and port productivity. - Paradip is one of India's major ports on the east coast, so capacity improvements have wider relevance for trade and logistics. ### Exam Connect - **Paradip Port** → Odisha - **Major ports** → under Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways