Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal on Friday (April 10, 2026) said that nearly 90% of backlog cargo at India’s major ports has been cleared, following disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz.
He credited timely intervention and continuous monitoring by the Ministry for restoring normalcy in port operations.
Two India-bound ships among a few transiting Hormuz Strait on Day 2 of ceasefire
Chairing a high-level review meeting with senior officials and port authorities, the Minister noted that the evolving situation in West Asia had initially impacted cargo movement and vessel traffic. However, coordinated and proactive measures ensured rapid stabilisation with minimal disruption to trade.
“We acted swiftly and in a coordinated manner to address emerging challenges. Continuous monitoring and timely intervention have helped us regularise port operations and clear the backlog efficiently, ensuring that India’s trade remains resilient,” Mr. Sonowal said.
