India’s maritime sector, worth USD 1 trillion, offers vast investment potential, says Gadkari, urging innovative ship financing to drive growth.

• Gadkari emphasized replicating MoRTH’s PPP, ToT, and InvIT models to enhance private investment and reduce government financial strain.
• Private participation in transport projects rose from 10% to 35%, showcasing efficiency and faster execution through hybrid funding mechanisms.
• The minister launched CMEG (RIS) India Maritime Report 2025-26, highlighting India’s unified maritime development and future investment strategies.