A Dedicated Jetty to be Built at Old Port in Mangalore City to Enhance Connectivity to Lakshadweep

The administration of the Lakshadweep Union Territory expressed interest in enhancing connectivity between the islands and Mangaluru Old Port after which the Karnataka Maritime Board has decided to construct a dedicated jetty at an estimated cost of Rs 350 crore.

The tender process for the construction of a dedicated jetty for the handling of cargo and a cruise terminal for ships bound for Lakshadweep at the Old Port of the city has been completed and the project is awaiting approval from the environmental committee and SEZ.

The plan includes building a 303.6-meter-long cargo-handling berth and a 76-meter passenger terminal berth on the north side of the Old Port. The cargo berth will occupy an area of 9,800 square feet, while the passenger berth will cover 6,000 square feet. The passenger cruise lounge will feature security systems, waiting areas, exbis scanners, ticket counters, hotels, shops, washrooms, and arrival and departure areas. On the first floor, a waiting area for passengers, the Lakshadweep Port office, an auditorium, restrooms, and washrooms will be constructed.