Major ports handle a record 915.17 million tonnes of cargo in 2025-26
India's Major Ports handled 915.17 million tonnes of cargo in 2025-26, beating the 904 MT target with 7.06% growth, with Deendayal Port the top performer, the Ports Ministry said on 5 April 2026.
Summary
India's Major Ports under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways handled a combined 915.17 million tonnes (MT) of cargo in 2025-26, surpassing the annual target of 904 MT and growing 7.06% year on year, the ministry said on 5 April 2026. Deendayal Port Authority was the top performer at 160.11 MT, followed by Paradip Port Authority at 156.45 MT and Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) at 102.01 MT. By growth rate, Mormugao Port Authority led with 15.91%, followed by the Kolkata Dock System at 14.28% and JNPA at 10.74%. Minister Sarbananda Sonowal linked the result to the Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047.
Key facts
- Cargo FY 2025-26
- 915.17 MT (target 904 MT)
- Growth
- 7.06% year on year
- Top by volume
- Deendayal 160.11 MT; Paradip 156.45 MT; JNPA 102.01 MT
- Top by growth
- Mormugao 15.91%; Kolkata Dock System 14.28%; JNPA 10.74%
- Vision
- Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047
Practice MCQs 3 questions
How much cargo did India's Major Ports handle in 2025-26, as reported by the Ports Ministry on 5 April 2026?
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Correct answer: A — 915.17 million tonnes
The ministry said Major Ports handled 915.17 MT, surpassing the annual target of 904 MT.
Which Major Port was the top performer by cargo volume in 2025-26?
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Correct answer: C — Deendayal Port Authority
Deendayal Port Authority handled 160.11 MT, ahead of Paradip (156.45 MT) and JNPA (102.01 MT).
Which Major Port recorded the highest growth rate in cargo handling in 2025-26?
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Correct answer: B — Mormugao Port Authority
Mormugao Port Authority grew 15.91%, followed by Kolkata Dock System (14.28%) and JNPA (10.74%).