Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways cleared nearly 90% of backlog cargo across major ports following Strait of Hormuz disruptions.
Minister Sarbananda Sonowal directed port authorities to pass on financial relief measures, including waivers on ground rent and reefer charges.
Ports including JNPT, Deendayal, New Mangalore, and Mumbai Port largely cleared stranded cargo through coordinated operational measures.
Minister instructed Directorate General of Shipping to ensure transparency in shipping charges and prevent profiteering from the crisis.