Overview

• The Mumbai International Cruise Terminal (MICT) at Ballard Pier, built at a cost of ₹556 crore, is now operational and can handle up to one million passengers and five cruise ships simultaneously.
• Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal flagged off commercial cruise operations and highlighted the terminal’s role in advancing the Cruise Bharat Mission and boosting India’s position as a global cruise hub.
• The facility spans 415,000 square feet and features modern amenities, including 72 immigration counters, 22 elevators, 10 escalators, and parking for 300 cars, with capacity to process 10,000 travelers daily.
• The terminal operates under a 30-year public-private partnership, with private operators managing day-to-day operations under a concession agreement with the Mumbai Port Authority.
• Additional projects inaugurated include the Shore-to-Ship electric power facility to reduce emissions and the revamped Sagar Upvan Gardens in Colaba, emphasizing sustainability and public benefit.