India's Maritime Sector to Attract ₹8 Trillion Investment

Published By DPRJ Universal | Published on Wednesday, 29 October 2025

India's maritime sector is expected to attract ₹8 trillion in investment and create 1.5 crore jobs by 2047, Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri announced. The sector's growth is linked to India's economic rise, with initiatives like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor.

India's maritime sector is poised for significant growth, with plans to attract ₹8 trillion in investments and generate 1.5 crore new jobs by 2047. This development is part of India's broader strategy to strengthen its maritime economy and enhance global trade connectivity. Union Minister Hardeep Singh Puri highlighted the importance of maritime strength in India's economic progress, emphasizing initiatives like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor to integrate Indian ports with global trade routes. This strategy aligns with the government's vision for a self-reliant and developed maritime sector by 2047.