Coastal States have RoPax and Water Taxi Services

The , Shipping and Waterways Ministry under the Sagarmala program has carried out Ro-Ro/Ro-Pax projects on multiple routes.

Highlights:

The Shipping Ministry launched Ro-Pax, a roll-on-roll-off cum passenger ferry service.
It is a water transportation service project.
It improves connectivity between centres while also helping to reduce pollution associated with road transportation.

In comparison to road/rail transportation, water transport Services are less expensive and more environmentally friendly. It is a less expensive option for people, as well as a more time-saving option, as it can reduce travel time into half.
It has a significant impact on the logistical needs of the region’s small-scale industries.