What’s in the news?

• The maiden edition of Inland Waterways Development Council (IWDC) in Kolkata recently.
  • The establishment of the IWDC in 2023 underscores the Government of India’s commitment to comprehensively developing inland waterways and the associated Inland Water Transport (IWT) ecosystem. 
• The Inland Waterways Development Council was conceived with an objective to rejuvenate our rich, complex and dynamic waterways. 
• Waterways have been the conduit of economic growth and development of human civilization. However, these brilliant proven tracks of prosperity remained neglected for decades, resulting in waste of invaluable wealth for the country. 
• In order to resuscitate our waterways, IWDC is making an attempt with a modern approach, clear strategy and towards a goal to ensure sustainable development for an Atmanirbhar Bharat by the end of Amrit Kaal.”
• Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047 represents the true development potential inherent in India’s coastline of 7500 km, in its vital network of inland waterways, and in the coastal districts – with direct sectoral synergy and cross-sectoral multiplier effect on inclusive growth and employment. 

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