Dighi Port in Maharashtra has been selected as the site for what is planned to be India's largest shipyard, as part of efforts to expand the country's domestic shipbuilding capacity. The facility, located in Raigad district along the west coast, is intended to support construction of large commercial and defence vessels, reducing reliance on foreign yards for shipbuilding and repair work. Dighi Port, operated by JSW Infrastructure, has been identified as a strategic location due to its natural deep-water harbour and proximity to Mumbai. The shipyard project is aligned with the Indian government's broader maritime development initiatives, including the Maritime India Vision and the Sagarmala programme, which aim to boost port-led industrialisation and strengthen the country's shipbuilding and ship-repair sector. The move comes amid growing demand for shipbuilding capacity in India, as the government seeks to position the country among the top global shipbuilding nations in the coming years. Further details on investment levels, production capacity and project timelines for the Dighi Port shipyard are expected to be disclosed as planning for the facility progresses.
