Guwahati, Aug. 23 -- Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW), Sarbananda Sonowal, on Saturday said the Ministry will explore the possibility of launching a dedicated satellite or acquiring a transponder to strengthen India's maritime governance and port management infrastructure.

"Our Ministry should plan to launch a satellite of our own or acquire a dedicated transponder for the Indian maritime sector. This will strengthen India's coastal and port management infrastructure through advanced space-based solutions," Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal urged the top officials of the ministry on the occasion of National Space Day.

According to the Union Minister, the proposed system would provide exclusive coverage for Indian ...