Question : DEVELOPMENT OF COLACHEL PORT



(a) whether the Detailed Feasibility Report and Detailed Project Report for the development of the Colachel port has been received by the Union Government;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the follow-up action taken by the Union Government thereon?

Answer given by the minister



MINISTER OF THE STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF SHIPPING, ROAD TRANSPORT AND HIGHWAYS (SHRI T.R. BAALU)

(a): No, Sir.

(b): Not applicable.

(c): A request has been received from Government of Tamil Nadu for development of Colachel Port. Appointment of Consultant for preparation of a Techno-Economic Feasibility and Detailed Project Report as well as Environmental Impact Assessment Studies for this project is under process.