Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane Discusses Greenfield Ports with Andhra Pradesh Counterpart
Maharashtra's Fisheries and Ports Minister praises Andhra Pradesh's initiatives in maritime development during a recent meeting.
Maharashtra Minister Nitesh Rane meets Andhra Pradesh's B.C. Janardhan Reddy to discuss port development.
Andhra Pradesh is investing ₹4,500 crore in each greenfield port to enhance maritime infrastructure.
The two states aim to collaborate on maritime policies to boost the fisheries and logistics sectors.
On October 8, 2026, Maharashtra's Minister of Fisheries and Ports, Nitesh Rane, engaged in a significant dialogue with Andhra Pradesh's Minister for Roads and Buildings, B.C. Janardhan Reddy, at the Secretariat. The meeting focused on the development of greenfield ports, fishing harbors, shipbuilding, and logistics, highlighting the importance of collaboration between the two states.
Minister Janardhan Reddy outlined Andhra Pradesh's ambitious plan to establish itself as a leading maritime, port, and logistics hub in India. He emphasized that the state is investing ₹4,500 crore in the construction of each greenfield port, which is crucial for facilitating trade for landlocked states like Telangana and Chhattisgarh. This investment is part of a broader strategy to enhance the fisheries sector and overall maritime infrastructure.
During the discussions, Reddy also mentioned the approval of the Vijayawada–Amaravati Water Metro project and the identification of nine locations for potential seaplane services by the Central government. Furthermore, he revealed that the state is seeking approximately 20,000 acres of salt lands along the coastline to be allocated to the Andhra Pradesh Maritime Board (APMB) for future maritime development.
Minister Rane expressed admiration for the progress made by Andhra Pradesh in developing three greenfield ports under the landlord model, suggesting that other coastal states could benefit from adopting similar strategies. Both ministers recognized the potential for collaboration among coastal states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh, which possess extensive coastlines and are poised for significant advancements in the maritime sector.
The meeting concluded with a shared vision for enhancing maritime policies and practices among the states involved. Key officials from both states, including Maharashtra's Maritime Board CEO P. Pradeep and APMB Chief Engineer G. Veera Raghava Rao, participated in the discussions, indicating a strong commitment to advancing maritime infrastructure and logistics in the region.
