Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala capital has been placed under a tight security blanket in anticipation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s arrival for the inauguration of the Vizhinjam International Seaport. The PM is scheduled to land in Thiruvananthapuram tonight and will attend the dedication ceremony at the seaport site on Friday morning. Multiple central and state agencies, Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: In a historic boost to Kerala’s infrastructure and maritime ambitions, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will dedicate the Vizhinjam International Seaport to the nation tomorrow. The commissioning of the first phase of this landmark project marks a major leap in India’s transshipment capabilities. The Prime Minister is scheduled to arrive in Thiruvananthapuram tonight and will Read More…
As the Vizhinjam International Seaport edges closer to completion, the coastal town is preparing to not just welcome a new era of maritime trade but also to celebrate its visionary past. The first formal proposal for a modern port at Vizhinjam dates back to the mid-1940s, when C.P. Ramaswamy Iyer, then Diwan of Travancore, recognized Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will officially inaugurate the Vizhinjam International Seaport on May 2, 2025, at 11:00 AM, marking the commissioning of India’s first deep-sea transshipment terminal. Located near Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, this ambitious project is poised to revolutionize the country’s maritime infrastructure and boost global trade connectivity. Operational since December 2024, after successful trial Read More…
Thiruvananthapuram: The Kerala government has accepted the Central Government’s ₹817.80 crore Viability Gap Fund (VGF) for the Vizhinjam International Seaport project. The funding is expected to provide crucial financial support for the port’s infrastructure development and ensure its timely completion. The Vizhinjam Port, being developed as a major transshipment hub, is a key project for Read More…