PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Vizhinjam International Seaport
On May 2, 2025, Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Vizhinjam International Seaport near Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala. This marks a major milestone in India’s maritime infrastructure as it becomes the country’s first semi-automated and truly deep-water international container transshipment port. The project is a result of a collaborative Public-Private Partnership (PPP) between the Kerala government, the Centre, and Adani Ports. With a strategic location close to international shipping routes, the port is expected to significantly enhance India’s trade capabilities and position Kerala as a crucial maritime hub.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | PM Narendra Modi will inaugurate the Vizhinjam International Seaport |
| Inauguration Date | May 2, 2025 |
| Inaugurated By | PM Narendra Modi |
| Location | Vizhinjam, Kerala (near Thiruvananthapuram) |
| Significance | India’s first semi-automated deep-water transshipment port |
| TEUs Handled | 5.48 lakh |
| Ships Handled | 265 |
| First Mother Ship Arrival | July 2024 (MV San Fernando) |
| Development Mode | PPP (Kerala Govt + Adani Vizhinjam Port Pvt. Ltd.) |
| Total Investment | ₹18,000+ crore |
| Strategic Role | Trade hub connecting Southeast Asia, Middle East, and Africa |
| Operator | Adani Ports and SEZ (APSEZ) |
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