Archive · 6 Aug 2025
Mundra Port Cargo Dips Amidst 'Operation Sindoor' Disruptions, Kandla Grows
During a military operation called 'Operation Sindoor', cargo movement at Mundra port was slowed down due to blackouts and changes in shipping routes, causing a decrease in the amount of goods handled.
However, a nearby port, Kandla, actually saw an increase in its cargo volume.
Overall, the company that runs these ports still saw an increase in business because of growth in other areas.
Mundra port cargo volumes decreased 6.2% in Q1 FY26 due to 'Operation Sindoor'.
Kandla port, neighboring Mundra, saw a 5.3% increase in cargo volumes during the same period.
Temporary port closures and disrupted shipping routes from 'Operation Sindoor' affected Mundra.
APSEZ saw an 11% overall cargo volume growth across all its ports in Q1 FY26.
Mundra's coal and container volumes declined, while liquid and crude cargo increased.
- Who
- Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) and Deendayal Port Authority (DPA).
- What
- Cargo volume changes at Mundra and Kandla ports during Q1 FY26, affected by 'Operation Sindoor'.
- When
- Q1 FY26 (April-June quarter), with significant impacts in May 2025.
- Where
- Mundra and Kandla ports in Gujarat, India.
- Why
- Due to disruptions and temporary shutdowns caused by 'Operation Sindoor' and related restrictions.
- Mundra Port Cargo Decline
- 6.2%
- Kandla Port Cargo Growth
- 5.3%
- APSEZ Overall Growth
- 11%
- Mundra Coal Volume Change
- 18% decrease
- Mundra Container Volume Change
- 3% decrease
Sources
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