On September 7, 2026, the Mumbai Port Authority hosted a parliamentary delegation from Seychelles. The visit included discussions about Mumbai's cruise infrastructure and sustainability measures, as well as briefings on the proposed Mumbai Marina Project.
On September 7, 2026, the Mumbai Port Authority welcomed a parliamentary delegation from Seychelles at the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal. Led by Hon’ble Azarel Ernesta, Speaker of the National Assembly of Seychelles, the visit was part of a bilateral parliamentary exchange program.
The delegation was received by Shri Adesh Titarmare, IAS, Deputy Chairperson of Mumbai Port Authority. During their stay, officials provided an overview of the terminal's facilities and operations, as well as details about Mumbai Port’s cruise infrastructure and its role in promoting cruise tourism along India’s western coast.
Shri Adesh Titarmare briefed the delegation about the proposed Mumbai Marina Project, which aims to promote marine tourism, sailing, yacht infrastructure, harbour-linked services, and public-facing waterfront development in Mumbai. The delegation also showed interest in the sustainability measures and environmental initiatives undertaken by Mumbai Port Authority.
In addition to these discussions, officials also briefed the visiting delegation about the passenger arrival and departure processes at the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal. They highlighted the terminal as an important passenger infrastructure facility developed by Mumbai Port Authority, supporting modern cruise operations and forming part of the Port’s broader efforts to strengthen cruise tourism, harbour services, and passenger facilities.
The visit provided an opportunity to showcase Mumbai’s modern maritime infrastructure and share India’s experience in developing passenger and cruise facilities with an international parliamentary delegation.
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