New Delhi, Feb. 24 -- Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated and laid the foundation for projects valued at over Rs 1,500 crore at V.O. Chidambaranar (VOC) Port in Tuticorin, Tamil Nadu, marking a significant expansion of infrastructure, renewable energy integration and digital modernisation at the port.

A key highlight of the event was the inauguration of the VOC Maritime Heritage Museum, dedicated to India's maritime legacy and the contributions of freedom fighter V.O. Chidambaranar.

The Minister also inaugurated and laid foundation stones for multiple projects covering rail and road connectivity upgrades, power infrastructure strengthening, renewable energy initiatives including solar, wind, ba...