Which offshore terminal has been developed to reduce the pressure at Kandla port?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Vadinar
Kandla port is now called Deendayal Port. The offshore terminal at Vadinar was developed to reduce the pressure on it.
NCERT (2026-27): “Deendayal Port (Kandla port) situated at the head of Gulf of Kuchchh has been developed as a major port to cater to the needs of western and north western parts of the country and also to reduce the pressure at Mumbai port. The port is specially designed to receive large quantities of petroleum and petroleum products and fertiliser. The offshore terminal at Vadinar has been developed to reduce the pressure at the port.” |