Varanasi will get world-class Cruise Terminal: Sonowal

Varanasi: In a concerted effort to drive cooperative and sustainable growth in the maritime sector, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) organized a roadshow for the upcoming Global Maritime India Summit 2023 at the Trade Facilitation Centre in Varanasi. Led by Sarbananda Sonowal, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways & AYUSH, the event also saw the presence of key figures, including representatives from governments of UP and Nepal.

Speaking on occasion, Minister Sarbananda Sonowal announced the plans to construct a world-class cruise terminal in Varanasi for expansion of river cruise tourism via waterways in the city. He further alluded to facilitation of the movement of goods to and from Nepal via waterways. He added, "In the heart of Varanasi, the cradle of our civilization, we embarked on a transformative journey to shape India's destiny. Under the dynamic and visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India is poised to become the third largest economy in the world. Waterways and logistics are the bedrock of our economic growth, and the Global Maritime India Summit 2023 is the catalyst for partnership and realizing the shared vision of generating investment of Rs 10 lakh crore and creating more than 15 lakh employment avenues for the youth of this nation.”