Sarbananda Sonowal Unveils 'One Nation-One Port' Initiative
In a major step towards enhancing India’s maritime infrastructure, the Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) has introduced a series of transformative initiatives aimed at modernizing the sector, strengthening global trade, and promoting sustainability. Among the key announcements is the launch of ‘One Nation: One Port Process’ (ONOP), a pioneering effort designed to standardize and streamline port operations across the country.
The initiatives were unveiled by Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal during a stakeholders’ meeting that focused on key takeaways from the Union Budget 2025-26 for the maritime sector. These measures are expected to play a vital role in making India a global maritime powerhouse while aligning with the vision of Atmanirbhar Bharat and a Developed India by 2047.
The ONOP initiative has been launched with the objective of eliminating inconsistencies in documentation and processes across India’s major ports. Standardizing port operations is crucial for reducing inefficiencies, cutting costs, and eliminating operational delays. By implementing a uniform port process, India aims to enhance the ease of doing business and facilitate seamless trade activities.
By ensuring a harmonized port system, ONOP is set to reduce bottlenecks in cargo handling, accelerate clearance procedures, and boost overall productivity.
Alongside ONOP, Sarbananda Sonowal also launched Sagar Ankalan, which includes the Logistics Port Performance Index (LPPI) for 2023-24. This index serves as a benchmarking tool to assess and improve port efficiency, competitiveness, and logistics performance in India’s maritime sector.
The LPPI Index is expected to encourage competition among ports to enhance service quality, making India’s maritime infrastructure more robust and globally competitive.
To further expand India’s footprint in the global maritime trade, the government has also announced the launch of the Bharat Global Ports Consortium. This initiative aims at fostering international collaborations and enhancing bilateral trade relations.
This move will provide India with strategic advantages in global shipping routes, boosting exports and maritime trade.
These initiatives align with the government’s larger goal of ‘Port-Led Development’, a key aspect of the Sagarmala Project, which aims to revolutionize India’s maritime trade landscape.
Here’s the updated version with the first column renamed to Aspects and the second column as Category:
Aspects | Category |
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Why in News? | The Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways (MoPSW) launched the ‘One Nation: One Port Process’ (ONOP) and other initiatives to modernize India’s maritime sector. |
Key Initiatives | 1. One Nation: One Port Process (ONOP) – Standardizing port operations across India. 2. Sagar Ankalan – LPPI 2023-24 – A logistics performance index for ports. 3. Bharat Global Ports Consortium – Strengthening India’s global maritime trade. |
Objectives of ONOP | – Standardization of processes across ports. – Reduction in logistics costs and inefficiencies. – Enhancing operational efficiency and transparency. – Boosting India’s global maritime trade position. |
LPPI Highlights | – Evaluates port performance. – Improves efficiency and reduces turnaround time. – Focuses on sustainability and green practices. |
Bharat Global Ports Consortium | – Strengthening global port connectivity. – Attracting foreign investments in port infrastructure. – Enhancing trade and collaborations with international port authorities. |
Future Focus Areas | – Implementing AI and blockchain for smart ports. – Promoting renewable energy in port operations. – Strengthening maritime security and digitalization. |
Government Vision | Aligning with ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ and ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ to position India as a leading global maritime hub. |
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