Vizhinjam Port Becomes Customs Port for Exports and Imports

The Vizhinjam International Transshipment Seaport in Kerala, India, has been notified as a customs port.

This means it can now handle exports and imports, not just transfer containers between ships.

Built at a cost of Rs 8,900 crore, the port is operated by the Adani Group with the Kerala government holding the majority stake.

Since starting operations in July 2024, the port has been a transshipment hub.

The new status is expected to boost container movement, create jobs, and help Kerala's economy.

However, there are concerns about the environmental impact and displacement of local communities.