India aims to make 76 inland waterways operational by 2027, with cargo volumes expected to rise by 156 MTPA by FY26.
Key initiatives include the Jal Marg Vikas Project, Maritime India Vision 2030, and a ₹5,000 crore (~$586.27 million) Northeast development roadmap.
Major terminals and corridors are being developed on NW-1, NW-2, NW-16, and NW-31 to boost economic activity and transport efficiency.