By Our Correspondent
PARADIP/BHUBANESWAR: After assuming the charge as Minister of State for Shipping, the Union Minister, Shri Shantanu Thakur made his maiden visit to Paradip Port Trust as part of regular review on Friday. He was extended very warm welcome by Shri P.L. Haranadh, Chairman, PPT and Shri A.K. Bose, Dy. Chairman, PPT at Jawahar Guest House.
On arrival, he was given Guard of Honour by the CISF, PPT contingent at Jawahar Guest House. Thereafter, he visited the Port and saw the operations in the Dock area. In the afternoon he had an interaction with the local media at the Officers’ Club.
Tomorrow, Minister will review the functioning of the Port and will meet local Representatives, Unions and Association. Shri Thakur wished excellent prospects for Paradip Port in coming years.
