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IWAI prepares plan to expand Karnataka’s inland water transport network

December 15, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has prepared an action plan to build or upgrade floating jetties and improve navigational aids along major rivers in Dakshina Kannada, Udupi and Uttara Kannada districts by 2026-27.

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Rs 60 billion worth MoUs signed for development and expansion of inland waterways along Ganga River on NW-1

November 27, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has signed memorandum of understanding (MoUs) worth over Rs 60 billion for development and expansion of inland waterways along the Ganga River on National Waterway (NW)-1 in Uttar Pradesh.

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IWAI sign MoUs worth Rs 30 billion to strengthen inland waterways and industrial connectivity in Northeast region

November 24, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has signed multiple memoranda of understanding (MoUs) totalling around Rs 30 billion to strengthen inland waterways and industrial connectivity in the Northeast region.

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Major advancements announced for inland water transport system in the Northeast Region

November 21, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The union minister of ports, shipping and waterways announced major advancements in India’s inland water transport system at the North-East Oil & Gas Conclave 2025.

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IWAI to launch Yamuna boat tourism and ferry infrastructure development project in Delhi

November 18, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) is set to launch the Yamuna boat tourism and ferry infrastructure development project between Sonia Vihar and Jagatpur in Delhi to create a 6-7 km eco-friendly river-cruise corridor.

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IWAI hands over Kalughat Terminal, commences cargo operations at Haldia Terminal under NW-1 Project

November 10, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has handed over the Kalughat Intermodal Terminal in Bihar to a private partner and commenced cargo operations at the Haldia Multi Modal Terminal in West Bengal.

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Jammu and Kashmir to get water transport with electric hybrid boats water metro

November 3, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) and the government of Jammu and Kashmir have signed an memorandum of understanding (MoU) to establish water transport system in Srinagar.

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Centre proposes rules to allow autonomous vessels on inland waterways

October 23, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The government has released draft rules that would permit the operation of autonomous vessels on inland waterways.

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India builds inland ship repair infrastructure to power water transport growth

October 22, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

India is expanding a dedicated network of ship repair and maintenance facilities along its inland waterways to bolster vessel operations and reduce reliance on coastal or foreign repair yards.

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Haldia multi-modal terminal handed over to IRC Natural Resources

October 22, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has handed over the Haldia multi‑modal terminal in West Bengal to IRC Natural Resources for operations and maintenance under a 15-year concession on an equip operate transfer basis.

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IWAI deploys hybrid electric catamarans on national waterways

September 15, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has deployed hybrid electric catamarans on national waterways (NWs).

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Pandu Port adopts balloon‑and‑winch drydocking method for vessel maintenance

August 18, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

Pandu Port in Guwahati has become the first inland water transport facility in India to successfully adopt a balloon‑and‑winch drydocking method for vessel maintenance.

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National Waterway-57 River Kopili operationalised in Assam

August 4, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

National Waterway (NW)-57 (River Kopili) was operationalised on August 2, 2025, marking the resumption of intra-state waterborne freight transport in Assam after more than a decade.

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51 new river cruise circuits to be launched by 2027

July 21, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

India’s Cruise Bharat Mission is set to revolutionise inland waterway tourism by launching 51 new river cruise circuits across 14 states and three union territories by 2027, as part of its push to position India among global river tourism destinations.

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First privately owned solar-electric passenger cruise boat launched in Goa

July 21, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The chief minister of Goa has recently launched the first privately owned solar-electric passenger cruise boat in Mandovi river.

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Kottayam Port and Container Terminal plans a new inland waterways link with the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala

July 17, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

Kottayam Port and Container Terminal (KPCT) is exploring a new inland waterways link with the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala.

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Central government to invest Rs 50 billion to boost the waterways and maritime sector in the northeast region

July 8, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The central government plans to invest Rs 50 billion to boost the waterways and maritime sector in the northeast region.

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Union minister of ports, shipping and waterways inaugurates the first ever ASEAN India Cruise Dialogue in Chennai

July 1, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The union minister of ports, shipping and waterways inaugurated the first ever ASEAN India Cruise Dialogue aboard the MV Empress (Cordelia) cruise ship at Chennai Port.

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IWAI approves various projects for advancements in the inland water transport sector

June 25, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) has approved various projects for advancements in the inland water transport (IWT) sector.

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Union minister of ports, shipping and waterways announces initiatives to boost inland waterways in Bihar

June 17, 2025 | Inland Waterways, News & Developments

The union minister of ports, shipping and waterways has announced various infrastructure development initiatives to boost inland waterways in Bihar.

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Category: Inland Waterways

IWAI prepares plan to expand Karnataka’s inland water transport network

Rs 60 billion worth MoUs signed for development and expansion of inland waterways along Ganga River on NW-1

IWAI sign MoUs worth Rs 30 billion to strengthen inland waterways and industrial connectivity in Northeast region

Major advancements announced for inland water transport system in the Northeast Region

IWAI to launch Yamuna boat tourism and ferry infrastructure development project in Delhi

IWAI hands over Kalughat Terminal, commences cargo operations at Haldia Terminal under NW-1 Project

Jammu and Kashmir to get water transport with electric hybrid boats water metro

Centre proposes rules to allow autonomous vessels on inland waterways

India builds inland ship repair infrastructure to power water transport growth

Haldia multi-modal terminal handed over to IRC Natural Resources

IWAI deploys hybrid electric catamarans on national waterways

Pandu Port adopts balloon‑and‑winch drydocking method for vessel maintenance

National Waterway-57 River Kopili operationalised in Assam

51 new river cruise circuits to be launched by 2027

First privately owned solar-electric passenger cruise boat launched in Goa

Kottayam Port and Container Terminal plans a new inland waterways link with the Vizhinjam International Seaport in Kerala

Central government to invest Rs 50 billion to boost the waterways and maritime sector in the northeast region

Union minister of ports, shipping and waterways inaugurates the first ever ASEAN India Cruise Dialogue in Chennai

IWAI approves various projects for advancements in the inland water transport sector

Union minister of ports, shipping and waterways announces initiatives to boost inland waterways in Bihar

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