Mumbai – India hosted the first-ever “Quad Ports of the Future” conference on 30th October, where 120 delegates from 24 Indo-Pacific countries discussed ways to build resilient, secure, and future-ready ports. The discussions centered on advancing a shared Quad vision for the maritime domain. On this occasion, India showcased its growing maritime strength before Indo-Pacific nations and emphasized strengthening cooperation on robust port infrastructure, maritime security, and regional stability.
Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal wrote on social media platform X, “Thematic panel discussions centred on advancing a shared Quad vision for resilient, secure & future-ready ports — strengthening collaboration on infrastructure, financing, regulatory frameworks, workforce development, technology, digital ecosystems, cybersecurity & sustainability.”
Sharing his thoughts on India’s expanding maritime power, Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted on LinkedIn that India—with its long coastline, strategic trade routes, and ambitious Blue Economy vision—can serve as an ideal destination for maritime investment. Inviting global maritime industry leaders to invest in India, PM Modi said, “We have a very long coastline. We have strategic global trade routes, We have world-class ports, and, we have an ambitious vision for Blue Economy growth. We have infrastructure, innovation and intent. Thanks to our youth, our ecosystem is primed for innovation.”
According to the Prime Minister, a decade ago, India’s maritime sector was “bound by old laws and limited capacities.” Today, however, it has transformed into a symbol of modern infrastructure, global trust, and national pride. He confirmed that over the years, India’s port capacity has doubled—from 1,400 MMTPA to 2,762 MMTPA—while cargo handling has increased from 972 MMT to 1,594 MMT, including 855 MMT handled in FY 2024–25.
Participating in the Maritime Leaders Conference in Mumbai on 29th of October, as part of India Maritime Week 2025, PM Modi said, “Over the past 11 years, India’s maritime sector has undergone a historic transformation. We are proud that our ports today are emerging among the most efficient in the world. Together, we must move forward toward peace, progress, and prosperity—and build a sustainable future.”
