Vizhinjam Port Phase II Development to Start Mid-January

The Kerala government is planning to start the second phase of the Vizhinjam International Seaport development in mid-January 2026.

This phase will involve a significant investment of ₹9,700 crore by Adani Vizhinjam Port Pvt.

Ltd.

(AVPPL).

The existing 800-meter berth will be extended to 2,000 meters, and the breakwater will be increased by 920 meters to a total of 3.88 kilometers.

The port has already handled 13.25 lakh TEUs and 636 ships since its commercial operations began on December 3, 2024.

It has also contributed ₹97 crore in taxes.

The port is the first in India to handle cargo with more than 40 ultra-large container ships.

Additionally, an approach road from NH-66 will be inaugurated to facilitate cargo movements, and plans are underway to develop cruise tourism at the port.

Around 50 hectares of land will be acquired for port-related infrastructure, including a yard, security apparatus, and customs and police aid posts.