India's first integrated agriculture-export facility of JNPA

India's first integrated agri-export facility, JNPA, is set to be established at Jawaharlal Nehru Port in Mumbai.

Project Overview and Objectives

India's first integrated agri-export facility to be established at Jawaharlal Nehru Port, Mumbai
Approved by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal
Project value: Rs. 284.19 crore
Area: 67,422 square meters
Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model

Key objectives:

- Address inefficiencies in logistics
- Reduce multiple handlings
- Extend shelf life of agricultural products
- Enhance export capacity for agricultural commodities

Facility Features and Capacity

All-in-one state-of-the-art agricultural facility
Supports frozen meat and marine product exports
Improves logistics, container booking, and cold chain logistics

Export capacity:

- Frozen store: 1,800 metric tonnes
- Cold store: 5,800 metric tonnes
- Dry warehouses: 12,000 metric tonnes (for grains, cereals, and dry cargo)

Caters to exports of:

- Non-basmati rice
- Maize
- Spices
- Onion
- Wheat

Benefits and Impact

Better prices for agricultural goods
Job creation and overall growth in the agricultural sector
Empowerment of farmers and exporters
Stimulation of demand and rural development
Particular benefits for small exporters:
- Improved logistics capabilities
- Enhanced export operations
Supports government's vision of empowering farmers
Sets precedent for future infrastructure projects in agriculture

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