‘One Nation, One Port Process’ Initiative

Why in News?

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Recently launched ‘One Nation, One Port Process’ Initiative.

• It is an initiative to standardize and streamline operations across India’s Major ports.
• Aim – To remove inconsistencies in documentation and processes that led to inefficiencies, increased costs, and operational delays.
• Nodal Ministry - Ministry of Shipping, Ports and Waterways.
• Implementation - 1^st phase – It has standardised documentation with Immigration, the Port Health Organisation, and Port Authorities.
  • By reducing container operation documents by 33% (from 143 to 96) and bulk cargo documents by 29% (from 150 to 106).
• Features – It will enhance ease of doing business by reducing delays and inefficiencies.
• It will improve global trade competitiveness by standardizing logistics.
• It will reduce carbon footprint through efficient port operations and promote modern, green, and smart port infrastructure.
• It will strengthen India's position in global trade.

References

1. PIB | ‘One Nation-One Port’
2. The Hindu | “One Nation, One Port Process” initiative