<p>Mumbai: In an important day for the Indian shipping industry, cruise operations from the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT), the largest cruise terminal of India, commenced on Monday.</p><p>Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoSPW), Sarbananda Sonowal, presided over the flagging off ceremony in Mumbai. </p><p>“Today, Mumbai, with its longstanding reputation as a major maritime hub in the world, commenced cruise operations from the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal, providing passengers modern amenities for a better and safer experience. This adds to our existing top class international terminals at Visakhapatnam and Chennai,” Sonowal said. </p>.Breakthrough in Silkyara tunnel historic milestone: Nitin Gadkari.<p>“The maritime history of Mumbai is rich and an integral part of our civilization. As a coastal hub, it has served the nation handsomely with its bustling coastal business. It is only logical that we work towards realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of India becoming a global cruise hub through its state-of-the-art infrastructure,” he said. </p>. <p>The MICT was developed as per latest global standards and is expected to take a pioneering role in developing cruise tourism in India. Spread over a built-up area of more than 4,15,000 Square Feet, the MICT is developed at Ballard Pier. </p><p>MICT is India’s largest world class cruise terminal. </p><p>It is equipped with 72 check-in and immigration counters spreading over an area of 2,07,000 Square Feet on the first two floors (G+1), while the other two floors (2+3) are developed as commercial floors. </p><p>The newly inaugurated MICT is designed to handle 1 million passengers every year with an approximate 10,000 passengers per day. It can also handle 5 ships simultaneously, with 11 meters draft and up to 300 meters length. At the parking space, more than 300 vehicles can be parked simultaneously. </p><p>MICT has been designed with a wavy ceiling reflecting the maritime identity with functional and minimalist architecture. MICT blends modern design with Mumbai’s maritime spirit—featuring fluid architecture, rose gold accents, and a sweeping ceiling. From heritage-inspired entry to sleek interiors with wave seating, selfie points, and maritime plaques, it offers a serene yet vibrant gateway to India’s emerging global cruise hub. MICT will provide enhanced passenger experience and position Mumbai as one of the major hubs for cruise tourism. The total investment in the MICT project was Rs 556 crore. </p><p>The Union Minister also inaugurated a renovated Fire Memorial at Victoria Docks as well as renovated two heritage buildings — Fort House in Ballard Estate and Evelyn House at Colaba. Sonowal further inaugurated Sagar Upvan garden along with Shore to Ship Electric Supply under Green Port Initiative. </p>
<p>Mumbai: In an important day for the Indian shipping industry, cruise operations from the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT), the largest cruise terminal of India, commenced on Monday.</p><p>Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoSPW), Sarbananda Sonowal, presided over the flagging off ceremony in Mumbai. </p><p>“Today, Mumbai, with its longstanding reputation as a major maritime hub in the world, commenced cruise operations from the Mumbai International Cruise Terminal, providing passengers modern amenities for a better and safer experience. This adds to our existing top class international terminals at Visakhapatnam and Chennai,” Sonowal said. </p>.Breakthrough in Silkyara tunnel historic milestone: Nitin Gadkari.<p>“The maritime history of Mumbai is rich and an integral part of our civilization. As a coastal hub, it has served the nation handsomely with its bustling coastal business. It is only logical that we work towards realising Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of India becoming a global cruise hub through its state-of-the-art infrastructure,” he said. </p>. <p>The MICT was developed as per latest global standards and is expected to take a pioneering role in developing cruise tourism in India. Spread over a built-up area of more than 4,15,000 Square Feet, the MICT is developed at Ballard Pier. </p><p>MICT is India’s largest world class cruise terminal. </p><p>It is equipped with 72 check-in and immigration counters spreading over an area of 2,07,000 Square Feet on the first two floors (G+1), while the other two floors (2+3) are developed as commercial floors. </p><p>The newly inaugurated MICT is designed to handle 1 million passengers every year with an approximate 10,000 passengers per day. It can also handle 5 ships simultaneously, with 11 meters draft and up to 300 meters length. At the parking space, more than 300 vehicles can be parked simultaneously. </p><p>MICT has been designed with a wavy ceiling reflecting the maritime identity with functional and minimalist architecture. MICT blends modern design with Mumbai’s maritime spirit—featuring fluid architecture, rose gold accents, and a sweeping ceiling. From heritage-inspired entry to sleek interiors with wave seating, selfie points, and maritime plaques, it offers a serene yet vibrant gateway to India’s emerging global cruise hub. MICT will provide enhanced passenger experience and position Mumbai as one of the major hubs for cruise tourism. The total investment in the MICT project was Rs 556 crore. </p><p>The Union Minister also inaugurated a renovated Fire Memorial at Victoria Docks as well as renovated two heritage buildings — Fort House in Ballard Estate and Evelyn House at Colaba. Sonowal further inaugurated Sagar Upvan garden along with Shore to Ship Electric Supply under Green Port Initiative. </p>