The map below shows the major ports and sea routes of India. Look at the map carefully and name the port based on the given information:

It is one of the oldest ports on the eastern coast and is not much suitable for large ships because of the shallow waters near the coast. Which port is it?

Chennai Port

Chennai Port is one of the oldest ports on the eastern coast. It is an artificial harbour built in 1859. It is not much suitable for large ships because of the shallow waters near the coast. Tamil Nadu and Puducherry are its hinterland.