Kaladan Multi-Modal project: Full operationalization by 2027 says union minister
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, informed that the Kaladan Multi-Modal Transport Project would be fully operational by 2027. This project is a joint venture between India and Myanmar aimed at connecting Kolkata to Mizoram in India's northeast region through Myanmar.
Putting in an investment of Rs 5,000 crore government aims to boost waterways and maritime sectors, training 50,000 Northeast youth for maritime jobs.
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