India's PM Modi highlights national efforts to boost maritime sector, vital for economic growth.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized India's commitment to strengthening its maritime sector and ports on National Maritime Day, noting the sector's role in economic growth. Over the past decade, India has doubled the cargo handling capacity at major ports and built thousands of kilometers of new roads. The government also approved the Coastal Shipping Bill to promote coastal trade, and is developing inland waterways as part of its strategy to enhance maritime infrastructure.

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