Coastal and Blue Economy
Blue Economy refers to the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and ocean ecosystem health. With a coastline of over 11098 km, India's Coastal and Blue Economy is a strategic priority for energy, food security, and global trade.
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Components and Coastal Geography |
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Blue Economy Component |
Core Activities and Geographical Scope |
Data |
Coastal Geography Linkage |
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Marine Trade & Logistics |
Development of ports, shipping, and coastal multi-modal transport. |
95% of India's trade volume moves via sea; Sagarmala projects focus on port modernization. |
Major ports are mostly located on the Western Coast (e.g., Mumbai, Kandla, JNPT) due to deep natural harbours. |
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Fisheries and Aquaculture |
Marine and inland .... | ||
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