Nods for Rs 30,000 crore shipbuilding cluster in Andhra Pradesh this month: Minister Sonowal

India plans a major shipbuilding cluster in Andhra Pradesh with ₹30,000 crore investment. This move aims to boost the Indian fleet size. Projects for West Bengal's waterways and ports are also set to accelerate. India has repatriated over 3,000 seafarers due to West Asia disruptions. Shipping services to alternate ports have significantly increased.