The National Waterways (Construction of Jetties/Terminals) Regulations, 2025 released by Union Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways.
It aims to promoting the use of inland waterways and drawing the participation of private sector.
It will support for the establishment of jetties and terminals by various entities, including private, public, and joint ventures, on national waterways across the country.
The cargo movement on national waterways has surged over the last decade, from 18 million tonnes to 133 million tonnes in fiscal year 2024.