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JNPA posts an impressive turnaround time (TAT)

 A month after the record handling performance for the last FY, Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA), India’s premier container port, has achieved another feat when it set a global benchmark in container cargo handling. According to the Logistics Performance Index (LPI) Report, 2023, published by the World Bank, JNPA has an impressive turnaround time (TAT) of just 22 hours (equal to 0.9 days), putting India amongst the top performers.

 

 

JNPA was able to achieve the feat due to various measures taken in reducing the dwell time. Most importantly the operational efficiency of the terminal operators has been the biggest contributor along with the better landside- rail and road connectivity, introduction of Centralised Parking Plaza (CPP), Digitization of the processes; streamlining berthing and unberthing of vessels; deploying more tugs for smooth transition of the vessel etc. are some of the other initiatives that JNPA has undertaken to facilitate efficient functioning of the port.

Shri Sanjay Sethi, Chairman of JNPA said, “This is exciting news for all of us at JNPA. Just last month, we achieved a record of handling 6.05 million TEUs in 2022-23, the World Bank data reiterates that our efficiency parameters are better than many countries as per LPI 2023 report and we as a team are committed to further reduce the logistics cost and time for the EXIM trade.”

 Chairman of JNPA and Deputy Chairman, JNPA  congratulated the team for this remarkable achievement.

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Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Gwalior Airport

The Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Airport, formerly known as the Gwalior Airport, is an important airport located in the city of Gwalior in the Indian state of Madhya Pradesh. The airport was renamed in honor of Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia, a prominent political figure and royal member of the Scindia family.

Key features of the Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Airport:

  1. Location: The airport is situated approximately 10 kilometers to the southeast of Gwalior’s city center, facilitating convenient access for travelers.

  2. Connectivity: It serves as a domestic airport, connecting Gwalior to various cities across India. It handles a mix of scheduled commercial flights and charter services.

  3. Facilities: The airport offers basic facilities for passengers, including waiting lounges, baggage handling services, check-in counters, and other essential amenities for travelers.

  4. Air Traffic: It primarily handles domestic flights operated by various airlines, providing connections to major cities such as Delhi, Mumbai, Indore, and others.

  5. Renaming: The airport was renamed in honor of Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia to commemorate her contributions to politics and her significance in the region’s history.

The Rajmata Vijayaraje Scindia Airport plays a crucial role in providing air connectivity to the city of Gwalior and the surrounding regions, contributing to regional development, tourism, and transportation accessibility.