West Bengal Eyes Fresh Investment Boost as Adani Ports Revives Deep-Sea Port Plans Near Tajpur

West Bengal is set to strengthen its infrastructure and logistics ecosystem with a fresh investment push from Adani Ports, as the state government prepares to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the company. The move is part of the newly elected government’s broader strategy to attract large-scale investments and accelerate economic growth.

Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari held discussions with Adani Ports and SEZ Managing Director Karan Adani at Nabanna on Wednesday. During the meeting, the Chief Minister assured full government support for investments in infrastructure, logistics, and the power sector, while also reviving discussions surrounding the long-pending deep-sea port project initially proposed at Tajpur.

The project was previously awarded to Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone by the former state government. However, development stalled after the then administration initiated a fresh tender process, preventing the project from moving forward.

Addressing the media, Adhikari stated that the original Tajpur location is no longer considered viable due to land constraints. Instead, the government has identified an alternative site at Dadanpatrabar, located around 10 kilometers from Tajpur. According to the Chief Minister, the state currently possesses approximately 1,700 acres of land at the new location, making it a more suitable option for the proposed deep-sea port.

The Chief Minister emphasized that the new government is committed to creating a favorable investment climate and facilitating major infrastructure projects that can generate employment, enhance connectivity, and boost trade across eastern India.

Following the meeting with Karan Adani, Adhikari chaired a high-level review meeting attended by Union Ministers Sarbananda Sonowal and Shantanu Thakur, along with senior officials from the Kolkata Port Trust. The discussions focused on strengthening maritime infrastructure and exploring opportunities to position West Bengal as a key logistics and trade hub on India's eastern coast.

If the proposed project moves forward, the deep-sea port could become one of the state's most significant infrastructure investments, potentially transforming the region's maritime and industrial landscape.