It is to be noted that all ports in Kutch are Natural ports. Ship Building business was recognized and appreciated throughout the world. And Kutch ports were connected to almost 84 ports of the world & with The Eastern & African countries.

Not only this but also The Travelers- like Yu en Tyang from China (AD642), Galaxy & Tosemia(AD150- AD180), etc. have mentioned about The Ports of The Kutch in their scriptures. Also businessmen like Nami Shah & Jagdusha Datar were famous worldwide, and have stories behind them, for their endeavours.

 

Not only ports of Kutch but also the mineral wealth near the coastline are to be exploited to avail its full benefits for the development process. Also International Coastline Conference has permitted India to carry on research work within 35 km. of coastline. Small and Medium sized ports should also be developed after proper planning.

It is unfortunate that such ports have been neglected till today. Thus, Time has arisen that now in such period of disaster to work together for The Social and Economic Development of this Desert Economy. This is also necessary for the equal development of all the remote areas of Kutch. With the New Open Trade Economy of India, this brings a massive opportunity to make India A Hab of Trade.

Why does the need arise & its benefits:

ü      Make optimum use of the natural resources available at our disposure.

ü      Boost The International Trade of India.

ü      Indirectly even Internal Trade & other subsidary businesses- like construction, transportation, etc. will flourish.

ü      Salt business will be accelerated.

ü      To keep in check illegal & anti-social elements & terrorism prevailing at sea shore.

ü      Overflow of Employment opportunities.

ü      Convenience in Traffic handling & reduce the load of other Ports.

ü      Being a Natural Ports is a Big Advantage.

ü      Can be declared as Free Trade Zone.

ü      Easy accessibility to Imported raw Materials.

ü      Infrastructural facilities in Gujarat will have to be compulsorily developed.

Development of Tourism by including passenger Jetties.
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