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Coastal Berth Scheme of Sagarmala Programme's objective and aims
Coastal Berth Scheme of Sagarmala Programme's objective and aims
The Coastal Berth Scheme aims to provide financial support to ports or state governments for the creation of infrastructure for the movement of cargo and passenger by sea or national waterways.
The total financial assistance from Central Government is 50 percent of the total cost of the project subject.
The financial assistance will also be provided for the preparation of DPR for the projects to be considered under this scheme.
The balance expenditure will be incurred by the respective Ports or concerned State Governments from their own resources.
The projects will help to promote coastal shipping and increase its share in domestic cargo movement in India.
