V.O.Chidambaranar Port Authority

Port has handled 3,48,293 tonnes of edible oil up to November in the current financial year 2024–25, representing a remarkable 23.38% increase compared to the 2,82,297 tonnes handled during the same period of the previous financial year. This achievement highlights the Port's strategic importance in meeting growing demand, ensuring reliable and efficient flow of edible oil across the supply chain. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) Guidance Tamil Nadu #EdibleOil #PortCapacity #SupplyChain

Today, Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, chaired a meeting with ofiicials from Toyota Tsusho India Pvt. Ltd., along with the senior officers of the Port. The discussion focused on investment opportunities in the Port's outer harbour project, Green Shipping, switching over to clean fuels for various port equipment and setting up of manufacturing industries in the Port lands. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) TOYOTA TSUSHO INDIA PVT LTD #Investment #RenewableEnergy #WindEnergy

Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, digitally unveiled the Port's calendar for the Year 2025, themed 'Cultural Heritage of Enchanting Tamil Nadu', in the presence of senior port officers. The calendar elegantly highlights Tamil Nadu's vibrant cultural legacy, celebrating its rich traditions, mesmerizing art forms, and illustrious historical heritage. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #VOCPort #Calendar2025 #TamilnaduHeritage #CulturalLegacy

Today, the Port observed 37th World AIDS Day, centered on the theme 'Take the rights path: My health, my right!'. Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, flagged off the AIDS awareness rally from the Green Gate to the Administrative office. The chairperson also inaugurated the Community AIDS Awareness and Detection Camp by lighting the traditional lamp. Shri Amalavalan, Program Manager, District AIDS Prevention and Control Unit and Smt. B. Jeevan, President, HIV Positive Welfare Society delivered insightful awareness lectures. Dr.P. Naresh Kumar, Chief Medical Officer, administered the AIDS awareness pledge to the gathering. Sensitization pamphlets were also distributed to raise awareness. Sarbananda Sonowal World Health Organization Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #WorldAIDSDay #AIDSAwareness

VOC Port achieved an incredible milestone of crossing 30 million tonnes, on 22nd December 2024, 7 days ahead of last year's achievement. The Port Congratulates all the officers and staff, port users and stakeholders, terminal operators and CISF for making this possible! Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #VOCPort #MaritimeMilestone #Success

The vintage photograph showing the loading of truck chassis, at the Port. It reminds the legacy of Port history in connecting people & industries through maritime trade. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #PortHistory #PortDevelopment #MaritimeTrade

VOC Port, designated as an "Offshore Wind Energy Hub" by Government of India, is all set to construct an exclusive terminal for handling windmill blades and accessories. The terminal will feature two berths, with quay length of 470 meters, and backup area of 30 hectares for storage. VOC Port offers skilled workforce to handle over dimensional cargo, ample storage space in Port's custom bound area, congestion free port entry and seamless road connectivity. The primary and secondary hinterland of VOC Port, Tuticorin also offers large tracts of land for setting up of Windmill blade and accessories manufacturing plants. This initiative underscores the Port's commitment in reducing global carbon footprint and attaining Sustainable Development Goals of the Government. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) #OffshoreWindTerminal #RenewableEnergy #WindEnergy #Sustainability

Today, Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, chaired the Port users meeting alongwith the senior officers of the Port. The Chairperson appraised the status of the ongoing projects like, Link conveyor from coal Jetty-1 to coal yard, construction of multi-cargo Berth No.10 , an exclusive Windmill blade and accessories handling terminal and the time-line of capital dredging project. Sarbananda Sonowal

Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, appreciated Mr. Sathya, Junior Engineer, Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Department, for securing the Judge's Choice award in the classical vocal category in the All India Major Ports Cultural Meet 2024–25 held at Paradip Port. He commended Mr. Sathya and Mr. Senthil, Greaser, Marine Department, for achieving 3rd place in the light music performance and also felicitated all the participants who took part in the All India Major Ports cultural event. Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India)

Today, Shri Susanta Kumar Purohit, IRSEE, Chairperson, flagged off 4 Basic Life Support ambulances at the Port Hospital. These ambulances will be stationed at the Port Hospital, Port Dispensary, Green Gate, and operational area, ensuring comprehensive medical support and prompt emergency response. The initiative reflects the Port's dedication to strengthening healthcare infrastructure and delivering swift medical assistance to the community. Sarbananda Sonowal Ministry of Ports , Shipping and Waterways (India) #SaveLives #EmergencyResponse #BasicLifeSupport