Palghar, November 9 (Language) The proposed Wadhawan port in Palghar district of Maharashtra is being constructed at an estimated cost of more than Rs 76,000 crore which will bring a far-reaching change in the lives of the people of the area. Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) Chairman Sanjay Sethi gave this information on Thursday.
Sethi told reporters here that some groups are spreading misinformation and creating misconceptions about the nationally important project. Palghar District Magistrate Govind Bodke and Superintendent of Police Balasaheb Patil participated in the press conference.
Sethi said Wadhawan Port is being constructed by Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust (JNPT) and Maharashtra Maritime Board and had received in-principle approval from the Center on February 13, 2020.
He said, “Wadhwan will be a major port under the Indian Ports Act. Its cost may be Rs 76,220 crore. The investment proposal is under consideration of the Central Government for implementation.
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