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Figure 33: Performance of Major ports

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Source: Survey calculations based on data from Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways. Average
TRT during 2020-21 is based on Pilot boarding till de-boarding. Port Capacity was re-rated based on
Berthing Policy as per international norms. Major Ports re-rated capacity during 2016-17 was 1359
MTPA.
Figure 34: Growth of Indian Shipping

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Source: Survey calculations based on data from Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
Inland waterways

8.58 Regulatory amendment through the Inland Vessels Act, 2021, replaced the over 100 years
old Inland Vessels Act, 1917 (1 of 1917) and ushered in a new era in the inland water transport
sector. The objective of the Act is to promote economical, safe transportation and trade through
inland waters. It will ensure transparency and accountability in the administration of inland
water transportation and promote the ease of doing business.