The Odisha government’s proposed riverine
project in the state has got a major facelift with the appointment of a
WAPCOS, the consultant for preparation of feasibility report.
The Kolkata based consultant Water and
Power Consultancy Services (WAPCOS) and the state government have signed
an agreement for the purpose. The consultant will conduct a feasibility
study for the riverine port project.
The project entailing an
investment of Rs 500 crore will be awarded through competitive bidding
route. The project will be likely to coming up at the Mahanadi river
mouth near Paradip, close to the plants of Essar Steel Odisha and Indian
Farmers Fertilisers Cooperative and will be used as a common port for
several industries.
