Mumbai Port Authority Marks 154th Foundation Day; 63 Projects Unveiled
Why in the news
Mumbai Port Authority marked its 154th Foundation Day on 25 June 2026, when Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled a package of 63 projects.
Key facts
- Total: 63 projects worth Rs 5,028.17 crore.
- Minister: Sarbananda Sonowal, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
- Theme: ‘Together We Can’.
- Agreements: Indira Dock operations and maintenance project and Viksit Bharat Mumbai Marina project.
- Focus: port modernisation and cruise tourism under the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision.
| Category | Projects | Value |
|---|---|---|
| Inaugurated | 7 | Rs 132.29 crore |
| Foundation stones | 34 | Rs 1,354.59 crore |
| New announcements | 22 | Rs 3,541.29 crore |
| Total | 63 | Rs 5,028.17 crore |
About the event
The projects were grouped into inaugurations, foundation stones and new announcements, as shown in the table.
Exam angle
- Note the minister and ministry: Sarbananda Sonowal, Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
- Totals can be tested: 7 + 34 + 22 = 63 projects.
- Link the event to maritime infrastructure and cruise tourism.