Kirtania port, Deep-water port in Balasore district, Odisha, India
Kirtania port is a deep-water facility located at the mouth of the Subarnarekha River in Balasore district. The harbor was designed with modern infrastructure including planned rail and road connections to support cargo movement efficiently.
Construction began with the foundation stone ceremony in 2019, representing a major development to reduce Odisha's reliance on Paradip port. The project under a 50-year agreement between Odisha Government and Creative Port Development reflects the region's strategy to expand its maritime capabilities.
The port name derives from the Subarnarekha River, which translates to 'river of gold' in local languages, connecting to regional maritime traditions.
Visitors should know the port is accessible via planned connections to National Highway 5 and the Jaleswar railway network, offering good transport links. The modern infrastructure is designed to facilitate loading and unloading operations smoothly.
This port development operates under a 50-year agreement between the Government of Odisha and Creative Port Development for construction and management.
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