New Delhi, April 1 -- In a landmark achievement that cements its legacy as India's leading maritime gateway, Deendayal Port Authority (DPA), Kandla has crossed the historic 160 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) mark in cargo handling for the financial year 2025-26, achieving an unprecedented 160.11 MMT the highest-ever cargo volume handled in the history of Major Ports.

The release stated that DPA has secured the position of India's number one major port. It is the best performer among all major ports in the country, leading in cargo throughput. The port has demonstrated unmatched growth, increasing its cargo handling from 150 million tons last year to 160 million tons this year, marking a 7% year-on-year growth over an already high baseline....