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Vizhinjam Fishing Harbour to Become Reality: Kerala CM Announces Key Project Details
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News18•04-10-2026, 13:15
Vizhinjam Fishing Harbour to Become Reality: Kerala CM Announces Key Project Details
- •Kerala Chief Minister V D Satheesan announced that the Vizhinjam fishing harbour project is moving forward, fulfilling a promise to fishermen.
- •The Fisheries Department reportedly gave in-principle approval for the harbour, which will allow safe docking and efficient loading/unloading of fish.
- •Key features include a 235-meter-long new breakwater, a 500-meter L-shaped fishery berth, dredging, lighting, and road connectivity.
- •The project is expected to be undertaken by Adani Vizhinjam Port Pvt Ltd (AVPPL), the concessionaire of the Vizhinjam international seaport.
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The Vizhinjam fishing harbour will feature a 235-meter-long breakwater, a 500-meter L-shaped fishery berth, dredging, lighting, and road connectivity to help fishermen safely dock boats and handle fish loads.
The fishing harbour project will be undertaken by Adani Vizhinjam Port Pvt Ltd (AVPPL), which is the concessionaire and operator of the Vizhinjam international seaport.
The Fisheries Department granted in-principle approval for the fishing harbour a day prior to Chief Minister V D Satheesan's announcement on Sunday.
