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“The Andaman and Nicobar Islands is emerging as India\u2019s gateway to Southeast Asia and the global Blue Economy, advancing the ideals of adventure, sustainability, and digital transformation,” he said.<\/p>\n
Admiral Joshi noted that port development and coastal shipping would play a critical role in driving India\u2019s progress towards becoming a $5 trillion economy. \u201cAndaman and Nicobar Islands is strategically positioned on vital global shipping lanes in the India-Pacific, playing a key role in defence and maritime domain awareness,\u201d he added.<\/p>\n
\nAlso read |<\/strong> Tourism in Andaman and Nicobar sees 200% rise in domestic visitors post Covid<\/a><\/p>\n He outlined plans to develop the islands as a regional hub for shipbuilding and repair, reinforcing their role as a maritime powerhouse. \nHighlighting key infrastructure projects, Admiral Joshi described the International Container Transshipment Terminal (ICTT) at Galathea Bay in Great Nicobar as a transformative initiative. \u201cIt has been notified as a major port and is set to become one of the top three container-handling ports in the country, with a capacity of 16.5 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). It is also expected to significantly boost tourism and infrastructure growth at Great Nicobar Island,\u201d he stated.<\/p>\n The Lieutenant Governor also emphasised the impact of digital connectivity on the islands\u2019 development. \u201cThe digital transformation through submarine optical link from Chennai to Andaman and Nicobar Islands has enabled strong connectivity across more than 100 islands. We have achieved good response in fisheries, marine biodiversity, and renewable resources when it comes to sustainable growth,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n
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