Correct Answer : Jawaharlal Nehru Port
The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is set to develop India’s first integrated agricultural export facility at Jawaharlal Nehru Port in Mumbai.
The project, approved by the Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, is valued at Rs. 284.19 crore and will cover an area of 67,422 square meters.
This state-of-the-art facility aims to streamline logistics, reduce multiple handling, and extend the shelf life of agricultural products, thus enhancing the export capacity of Indian agricultural commodities.
Key Benefits and Impact :
Empowering Farmers and Exporters : The facility will enable better pricing for agricultural goods and support small exporters with improved logistics, container booking, and cold chain logistics.
Job Creation and Rural Development : The project is expected to generate employment opportunities and stimulate rural development, aligning with the government’s vision to empower farmers.
Increased Export Capacity : The facility will cater to prominent export items such as non-basmati rice, maize, spices, onion, and wheat, with an increased capacity including a frozen store of 1800 metric tonnes, a cold store of 5800 metric tonnes, and dry warehouses for grains, cereals, and dry cargo.