
SMPK to Develop Major Barge Terminal on Balagarh Island to Reduce Kolkata Dock Traffic
The Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port Authority plans to develop a major barge terminal on Balagarh Island to alleviate traffic congestion in Kolkata. Projected to handle 2.7 million tonnes of cargo annually, this initiative aims to enhance logistical operations and improve connectivity for northern regions, benefiting local economies.