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Top 10 Largest Ports in India | Capacity, Trade & Economics

 India’s largest 10 ports, including Jawaharlal Nehru Port (JNPT), Mumbai, Chennai, Mundra, Kandla (Deendayal), Visakhapatnam, Paradip, Kolkata, Cochin, and New Mangalore, form the backbone of the country’s maritime infrastructure. Each port is highly proficient in handling large cargo volumes and supports vital trade operations. According to Metalogic analysis, these ports are a driving force for India’s economy, facilitating around 95% of the country’s total international trade (by volume), with manufacturing, agriculture, and automotive being the key industry sectors. Introduction to Indian Ports India boasts a coastline of nearly 7,500 km dotted with ports that facilitate maritime trade, connecting India to global markets. The network includes 13 major ports and over 200 minor ports. In terms of volume, ports handle over 95% of India’s internationally traded cargo, and in terms of value, over 70%. Ports are critical to India’s prosperity and economic development. Major por...