A study on port infrastructure at Indian major ports with special reference to Kolkatta and Chennai ports

Abstract

This research project titled “A Study on Port Infrastructure at Indian Major Ports with Special Reference to Kolkata and Chennai Ports” aims to evaluate and compare the existing infrastructure, operational efficiency, and development strategies of two strategically important major ports in India Kolkata Port and Chennai Port. India’s maritime sector plays a pivotal role in supporting the country’s international trade, and major ports are critical to this network. However, infrastructural disparities, operational challenges, and modernization gaps persist among them. This study focuses on identifying the key infrastructural constraints at Kolkata and Chennai Ports and analyzing their performance with respect to cargo handling capacity, hinterland connectivity, modernization initiatives, and overall service quality.