The announcement comes days after another major moment for the port. On November 17, DPA Kandla handled 40 ships in a single day, crossing its earlier record of 38 ships set in December 2023. The two back-to-back milestones underline the port's rising efficiency and its growing ability to
Sharing the achievement on X on Sunday, DPA Kandla described it as an "extraordinary display of efficiency and teamwork." The port authority hailed its staff for their "operational excellence and seamless coordination."
"As far as the Navy is concerned, we have more than 40 ships and submarines at various shipyards. I have absolute faith and trust in each one of you," Vice Admiral MA Hampiholi said after reviewing the Republic Day parade of the Navy.