*Deendayal Port Authority Sets a New Record in Cargo Handling: Crosses 70 MMT Ahead of Schedule*

Gandhidham, [29-09-2024]: Deendayal Port Authority, Kandla is proud to announce a significant milestone in cargo handling, achieving *70 MMT this fiscal year*—a remarkable feat accomplished 16 days ahead of the previous fiscal. Last year, the 70 MMT mark was reached on 14th October, 2023, highlighting the rapid growth and efficiency improvements at Port.

This achievement reflects the collective efforts and support of all port users and stakeholders, as well as the dedication of port officials, employees, workers and trade unions.

Several cargoes contributed to this impressive growth in cumulative tonnage during the current fiscal year compared to the corresponding period of the last fiscal:

*Imports Category*: Phosphoric acid, chemicals, MOP (finished fertilizers), rock phosphate, iron scrap, food grains, iron ore, machinery, sugar, timber, coking coal and crude oil have all shown an increase in tonnage.

*Exports Category*: An uptick in the handling of POL (petroleum, oil, and lubricants), edible oil, chemicals, food grains, bentonite, salt, oil extractions, silica sand and sesame seeds was recorded.

Shri Sushil Kumar Singh, IRSME, Chairman, DPA extends heartfelt congratulations to all port users, stakeholders, trade unions, port officials, employees and workers for their invaluable contribution in achieving this milestone. Their collaboration and unwavering support have been instrumental in driving DPA's success.

This achievement marks a crucial step in DPA's journey toward excellence, as the port continues to break barriers, set new benchmarks and contribute to the growth of India's maritime sector.