Foundation laid for India’s first riverine lighthouses
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Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal laid the foundation stones for India's first riverine lighthouses along National Waterway-2 in Assam.
Background
The project is a joint venture between the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships (DGLL) and the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI). It is estimated to cost ₹84 crore and aims to enable 24-hour water transport operations on the Brahmaputra River.
Facts for Prelims
- FactNational Waterway-2 is located in the state of Assam.
- BodyDGLL (Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships) and IWAI (Inland Waterways Authority of India) are the executing bodies.
- FactThe project cost is estimated at ₹84 crore with a completion timeline of 24 months.
- PlaceThe lighthouses are situated along the Brahmaputra River.
For Mains
Q. Examine how the development of inland waterways and riverine infrastructure can bolster India's multimodal logistics and regional connectivity.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Logistics efficiency: Reduction in transit time and costs compared to road/rail transport
- Safety infrastructure: Mitigation of navigational hazards in high-volume riverine corridors
- Regional integration: Enhancing trade connectivity for Northeast India via the Brahmaputra River
Keywords: Multimodal Logistics · Inland Waterways · Navigational Safety · Regional Connectivity · Infrastructure Development
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