Chennai-Kamarajar-Cuddalore Cluster to Become Mega Port by 2047 Under Maritime India Vision

Under the Maritime India Vision 2030, the Chennai-Kamarajar-Cuddalore cluster is set to be developed into a Mega Port on India's eastern coast by 2047, with a targeted cargo handling capacity exceeding 300 million tonnes annually.

As part of the Sagarmala Programme’s Port Modernization pillar, 234 projects worth ₹2.91 lakh crore have been identified. Of these, 104 projects worth ₹32,654 crore have been completed, while 55 projects worth ₹74,725 crore are currently under implementation.

Key government initiatives include the modernization of Chennai, Ennore (Kamarajar), and Tuticorin (VO Chidambaranar) ports, alongside major investments in rail and road connectivity. With its strategic coastal location, deep-draft ports, and strong policy support, Tamil Nadu is being positioned as a major maritime hub in Asia.