Published: 26 October 2025Maritime FairtradeEconomy
Amit Shah Inaugurates India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai
Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025 in Mumbai, a five-day event (October 27-31) organised by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways in partnership with the Indian Ports Association. The event showcases India's vision for sustainable maritime growth, trade expansion, and blue economy development, drawing participants from over 85 countries.
Shah also distributed state-of-the-art Deep-Sea Fishing Vessels at Mazagon Dock. Key announcements include: Indian seafarers increasing from 1.25 lakh to over 3 lakh, making India a top-three seafaring nation; Vizhinjam Port becoming operational as India's first deep-water international trans-shipment hub; and plans for a new mega port at Vadhavan, Maharashtra to quadruple port capacity.
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India Maritime Week 2025, inaugurated by Home Minister Amit Shah in Mumbai on 27-31 October, drew participants from over 85 countries. Indian seafarers rose from 1.25 lakh to over 3 lakh, making India a top-three seafaring nation. Vizhinjam Port became the first deep-water trans-shipment hub; Vadhavan will quadruple capacity.
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India Maritime Week 2025 was inaugurated by which Union Minister?
Explanation · Correct answer BUnion Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai, organised by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways with participants from over 85 countries.
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Who inaugurated India Maritime Week 2025 in Mumbai?
**Union Home Minister Amit Shah** inaugurated **India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025** in Mumbai, a **five-day event (October 27-31)** organised by the **Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways** in partnership with the **Indian Ports Association**.
What is India Maritime Week 2025 and what were its key announcements?
**India Maritime Week (IMW) 2025** was a five-day event (Oct 27-31) in Mumbai showcasing India's maritime vision. Key announcements: Indian **seafarers to grow from 1.25 lakh to 3 lakh+**, **Vizhinjam Port** becoming operational as India's first deep-water trans-shipment hub, and a new **mega port at Vadhavan, Maharashtra**.
What is Vizhinjam Port and why is it significant?
**Vizhinjam Port** in Kerala is India's **first deep-water international trans-shipment hub**, announced as becoming operational at **India Maritime Week 2025**. Its natural deep draft allows ultra-large container vessels, reducing India's dependence on foreign ports for trans-shipment.
What is the Vadhavan port project announced at India Maritime Week 2025?
**Vadhavan Port** in Maharashtra was announced at **India Maritime Week 2025** as a **new mega port** that will **quadruple India's port capacity**. Once operational, it will be among Asia's largest container ports, supporting India's maritime trade ambitions.
How many countries participated in India Maritime Week 2025?
**India Maritime Week 2025** drew participants from **over 85 countries**, reflecting India's growing global maritime stature. The five-day event in Mumbai was organised by the **Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways** with **Indian Ports Association**.
